Consider Councillor
Peter Oskam
For Mayor
Of Whanganui
Whanganui can be a thriving community where everyone feels heard and valued.
“As your mayor, my focus will be on what we can achieve together to bring prosperity and wellbeing to everyone in our community.”
–Councillor Peter Oskam
Peter’s Values
Community Before Coin
Every decision must put people and place first. Budgets matter, and should serve our community, not the other way around.
Transparency and Trust
You deserve to know how your money is being spent and why decisions are made. No hidden agendas, no political games.
Collaboration Not Politics
Peter is not using this role as a stepping stone. His commitment is to Whanganui and to working together across differences.
Peter’s Priorities
A return to living within our financial means and investing wisely for a sustainable future that benefits our community.
Get notified when Peter releases his Policy “100% of my focus as mayor will be on immediate, actionable solutions that deliver for Whanganui, today, and in the long-term.”
Peter’s Vision
Council service that improves wellbeing in all suburbs by fast-tracking decisions on community aspirations.
Get notified when Peter releases his Policy“My focus in what we can achieve together in the next 3 years, and build our capacity to deliver a prosperous and inspiring future.”
Peter’s Promise
“As your mayor, I will shift council from a ‘why we can’t’ mindset to a confident ‘how can we’ approach to regain our optimism and energy.”
Decisions will be made in collaboration with the community, not imposed from above by council.
Get notified when Peter releases his PolicyPeter’s Listening
Peter’s ‘all ears’ leadership means he wants to hear your priorities for Whanganui. Get in touch with Peter here.
Get notified when Peter releases his Policy“In my experience the best solutions come from an invested community. My candidacy begins with listening to your voice.”