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Krish NAIDU
Candidate for Howick Local Board (Flat Bush Subdivision)
Flat Bush First
Candidate statement
Born in Fiji, I have spent more than 20 years serving South and East Auckland through volunteering and community service with youths, local groups, schools, NGOs, and the public sector. By day, I’m a business lecturer and program manager. Current elected Co-Chair of Auckland Council’s Ethnic Communities Advisory Panel, a Health NZ Consumer Council member, and a board member for Ormiston Primary, Junior, Senior and Mission Heights Primary. President, Trustee and Patron for several ethnic and Pacific NGOs. Flat Bush is our home — it’s our responsibility to vote for a strong local representation first time. I stand for affordable rates, weekly rubbish collection, safer neighborhoods, more school crossings, overdue facilities delivered faster, sustainable development, better civic engagement with the Howick Local Board, migrant support, and a connected community. Please give one of your votes to Krish Naidu — your truly independent voice putting Flat Bush First, fearlessly and faithfully.
Why I want to be elected
ChatGPT said: I’m a proud Flat Bush local—competent, independent, and committed to giving our community the strong voice it deserves at the Howick Local Board. Flat Bush has been overlooked for too long. I will put Flat Bush first, without fear, favour, or politics. This is our home, and we must do better. People have invested so much to live here—we must honour that with real representation, fresh leadership, and bold advocacy that reflects and respects our growing, diverse community.
My key skills and qualities
I bring 20+ years of grassroots leadership, community advocacy, and volunteering across ethnic and Pacific communities. As a migrant and civic leader, I understand both new and long-standing residents. I serve on Health NZ’s Consumer Council, co-chair Auckland Council’s Ethnic Panel, and work as a Senior Business Lecturer—bringing governance, cultural fluency, and financial accountability to every decision for Flat Bush.
My top three key issues
1) Deliver overdue community projects like the Flat Bush library, leisure and aquatic center & community space with clear timelines, budget accountability, and no more delays. 2) Improve road safety and reduce congestion by fixing dangerous intersections, adding pedestrian crossings near schools, and upgrading access routes. 3) Build inclusive civic engagement that reflects Flat Bush’s diversity through culturally appropriate, accessible consultation and improve social cohesion for community.
My position on key topics
Transport
Flat Bush’s rapid growth demands a smart, safe, and sustainable transport plan. Priorities include safer school crossings, upgraded key intersections, and better public transport linking Flat Bush to Auckland. The 2024–2034 plan must invest in cycling and walking paths to encourage healthy, low-impact travel. We need fair, efficient transport options that reduce congestion and serve our diverse, growing community’s needs.
Water
Auckland’s water future must be smart and community-focused. We need to invest in nature-based solutions like wetlands and green roofs to manage stormwater naturally, reducing floods and pollution. Water supply should prioritise conservation and reuse, with advanced monitoring to detect leaks early. Wastewater must be treated innovatively to protect our harbours and streams. Flat Bush deserves affordable, resilient water systems that support growth without harming our environment.
Built environment
Auckland’s 2024-2034 plan must balance growth with preserving heritage and green spaces. In Flat Bush, sustainable housing and infrastructure should focus on quality, affordability, and community needs. Protecting heritage sites while integrating new developments will keep our identity intact. Smart urban design must promote walkability, reduce sprawl, and support diverse lifestyles—ensuring growth enriches, not erases, our community’s character and future.
Natural environment
We must embed nature into urban planning. In Flat Bush and beyond, I support restoring native bush, creating green corridors, and protecting waterways. The 2024–2034 plan should prioritise urban ngahere (forests), eco-friendly stormwater systems, and community-led planting projects. Strengthening climate resilience means investing in green infrastructure now—so our natural spaces thrive, biodiversity returns, and future generations inherit a healthier environment.
Community
I’ll prioritise supporting council-funded community hubs in Flat Bush, making them inclusive, multi-use spaces. I support investing in cultural events and programs that reflect Flat Bush's diversity, while ensuring local boards adopt ethnic strategies to better serve all communities. Community wellbeing must centre migrant inclusion, cultural pride, and connectedness—so every resident feels seen, valued, and supported in Auckland’s future.
Economic and cultural development
Across Auckland, we must grow international education, student exchanges, and public-private partnerships. Investing in cultural and sporting events and innovation will boost local pride, economic growth, and global connections.Flat Bush and Ormiston need vibrancy that support local businesses and bring people together. I’ll advocate for more night markets, community events, programs and business start-up support, it's sad, so many business have closed down.
Well-managed local government and outcomes for Māori
I support investment in Māori enterprise.The Port of Auckland must return more value to our region while transitioning sustainably. The Auckland Future Fund should grow intergenerational wealth, and storm recovery must prioritise resilience in vulnerable communities, guided by te ao Māori principles.Māori entrepreneurship can have a significant impact on NZ economy. The 2024–2034 plan must invest in Māori business growth, support rangatahi innovation, and embed tikanga-led approaches.
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