Matamata-based copywriter Katherine Ransom, is
standing as the Waikato electorate candidate for the
Democrats for Social Credit Party.
Although a
relative newcomer to the Waikato - ‘only’ 11 years
residence - Katherine is firmly settled in Matamata. She has
been active in the community, with five years as a Citizens
Advice volunteer and strong interest in several local
campaigns including School Bus Road Safety and a newly
formed Transition Town effort.
Her concern for the
region and its people prompted Katherine to stand for the
Matamata Community Board in the local body election before
last. Although she wasn’t elected, she was gratified to
receive enough votes to get her deposit back.
Katherine is the Democrats for Social Credit Party
spokesman for social issues and housing, and the Party’s
vice president. She has a deep desire for fairness and
justice that drives her political convictions.
Katherine’s wider community responsibilities include
her role as the Economics Convener for National Council of
Women NZ.
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