VOTE! VICTORIA HENSTOCK
Independent Councillor for PAPANUI
​Representing over 25,000 residents in the Papanui Ward is a privilege I take seriously. Much of the work I do happens behind the scenes — but I’d like to share some of the practical ways I’ve advocated for our community this term.
Advocacy in Action
Responding to local needs
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Delivered on my commitment to defer the Wheels-to-Wings Cycleway. Advocated for a more community aligned solution prioritising intersection safety and pedestrian crossing points on Harewood Rd.
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Successfully advocated for reduced rates through a full review of Council’s capital programme, improving deliverability and lowering the rates rise.
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Intervened when residents raised concerns about a proposed cellphone tower — helping to halt the project and advocate for an alternative site.
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Supported residents experiencing home vibration issues due to heavy traffic on Condell Ave by advocating for electronic speed signage and delivering public information.
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Advocated for Grassmere St residents to improve traffic management during pre-construction groundworks.
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Continuing advocacy for a long term solution with access off Cranford St.
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Advocated for local residents to change the No8 bus detour route during Aorangi/Wairakei road works to avoid narrow streets and loss of resident parking.
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Advocated for changes to traffic management plans for local residents during construction works.
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Initiated monthly resident information sessions during Aorangi/Wairakei Rd works — and attended nearly every one since February.
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Initiated changes to street signage and parking changes restrictions across the ward following resident concerns.
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Initiated repairs to road and footpath surfaces.
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Initiated ongoing maintenance in local parks and playgrounds.
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Advocated for higher prioritisation of pathway upgrades in local parks.
Communication &
Community
Engagement
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Personally produced and delivered around 10 different resident flyers during my term, covering topics such as the Annual Plan, Long Term Plan, local infrastructure works, cycleways, park upgrades, tree planting plans, and more — all at my own expense.
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Regularly door-knocked and spoken with residents across the ward on everyday issues.
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Held over 100 weekly drop-in sessions at Papanui and Redwood Libraries to meet with residents and solve local issues.
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Attended a wide range of community events, public meetings, and weekend sessions.
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Attended 111 of 111 Council briefings and workshops, and 75 of 77 full Council meetings, missing only two due to other official duties and a family funeral.
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Maintained a strong voting record focused on common-sense, affordable outcomes.
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Opposed over-engineered road designs and unnecessary raised platforms that diverted funds from higher priorities.
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Championed a non-partisan, collaborative approach — working constructively with colleagues of all political stripes.
Strong and consistent voting record
