Anthony Rimell to stand in Waimairi
Waimairi Ward.
The People’s Choice is pleased to announce it has selected Anthony Rimell to contest the Waimairi ward at the upcoming
elections.
Anthony Rimell is a Pastor at Riccarton Baptist Church. He grew up in the north-west of Christchurch, and attended
Burnside High. He got married in the area, and began his family there. Waimairi is also the ward where he first became
involved in community issues.
“Waimairi deserves a councillor passionate about the area. As a new ward, Waimairi needs a councillor who really
understands the area, and cares about our communities and neighbourhoods. We don’t need someone who just see this ward
as a stepping stone.”
“I’m going to be making the common-sense case for protecting income-generating assets like Orion and Red Bus, so that
our rates stay low and we can control our future. Selling off income-generating council assets is simply killing the
goose that lays the golden eggs.”
“But I’m also passionate about making sure housing is affordable for families, our rivers and streams are protected, our
public transport works, and congestion is dealt with.”
“I know how to empower communities to achieve great things. I want Waimairi to be the best place to start a family,
bring up kids, and retire in peace.”
ENDS