🌱 Rooted in Strength

• Local. Enterprising. Purposeful.
• Trade. Vision. Impact.
• Roots. Growth. Legacy.

🚀 Forward-Thinking Energy

• Think. Build. Thrive.
• Innovate. Connect. Empower.
• Vision. Action. Purpose.

🌍 Community & Growth

• Local. Global. Meaningful.
• Strong. United. Enterprising.
• People. Trade. Future.

🎯 Values & Focus

Stevey’s got a plan — and a vibe! Here’s what he’s all about:

• Boost Locals: Bring back Invercargill’s swagger by celebrating its inventors, artists & see the potential of developing legends.
• Smart Money: Invest wisely in infrastructure that attracts talent & keeps the city humming, while keeping rates fair.
• Support Social Enterprise: Backing local businesses that put community first & increase welfare.
• Leadership That Activates:Stevey’s about action, positivity & turning ideas into reality.
• Big Dreams: Music & cultural events, local enterprise & wellbeing.

💧 The Three Waters

Stevey’s crystal clear on this one: local management matters. He’s not a fan of the Three Waters reforms that yank power away from the community. Concerns:

• Mounting projected city & regional debt.
• The need to keep decisions close to home, not in some far-off office.

Local voices, local authority. Doing what is best for the people.

🌟 Community & Fun

Beyond politics, Stevey’s the kind of guy who:

• Lights up local festivals, arts events & heritage projects with his “atmosphere shifter” charm.
• Teams up with others to keep Southland’s culture vibrant without hiking up rates.
• Thinks & engages with people throughout Southland & beyond to build bridges & unify voices that can build the Southern New Zealand.
• Shows up at public events, bringing energy, positivity, and yes, a bit of spicy advice for healthy living!

📌 Quick Snapshot: What Makes Stevey Tick?