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Nikora Nitro

Party Independent
Official Candidate Biography

My principal place of residence is in the Christchurch City Council area.

Tēnā koutou, Christchurch.

My name is Nikora Nitro. I am 47 years old and have lived and worked in Ōtautahi for 25 years. I’m standing for Mayor because I believe the next three years offer real opportunity to achieve the aspirations of our communities. Through collaborative leadership—between Council, Community Boards, residents, and stakeholders—we can move Christchurch forward.

My priorities include: Capping rates increases at 3.5%, Establishing five city entrepreneur hubs, Addressing homelessness and creating jobs, Expanding the city’s housing portfolio, Strengthening tourism and infrastructure, Promoting unity, celebration, and wellbeing.

Christchurch has the people, the passion, and the resources to deliver real outcomes. A bicultural model of leadership ensures inclusive decision-making, where every voice counts. With your support, we can create a thriving, inclusive, and future-focused city—together.

Ngā mihi nui, Nikora Nitro

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Nikora Nitro’s Elections & Candidacies

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Contested 2 races — 0 elected 2 not elected

2025 NZ Local Government • October 11, 2025 Local
  • Mayor
    Christchurch City Council
    Affiliation: Independent
    [email protected] 022 173 9299 Ballot name: Nikora Nitro
    Final Not elected
    Vote share • 1.4%
    1,525 votes
2022 NZ Local Government • October 8, 2022 Local
  • Mayor
    Christchurch City Council
    Affiliation: Independent
    Final Not elected
In the News
Serious, serial and everyone in between: Who’s running for mayor in Christchurch?
The Spinoff — August 8, 2025

Current mayor Phil Mauger’s biggest threat is city councillor Sara Templeton, but there are six others vying for the chains in Ōtautahi – including several serial candidates and a notorious white supremacist.

Nitro quits party after conviction
Stuff — March 26, 2012

A former Mana Party organiser who had sex with a teenage boy in exchange for cash and cigarettes has resigned from the party.

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