Whakatāne District Council
Alexandra Pickles is an experienced communications professional with a career spanning over 18 years. Currently serving as the Manager of Communications and Engagement at Whakatāne District Council since January 2012, Alexandra previously worked as a Communications Advisor at Bay of Plenty Regional Council from September 2006 to May 2012 and as a Customer Service Representative at Accident Compensation Corporation from December 2004 to August 2006. Alexandra holds an Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) from PRINZ Public Relations Institute of New Zealand, a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration with a focus on Management Communication from Massey University, and a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Screen and Media Studies and History from The University of Waikato. Educational background includes attendance at Tauranga Girls’ College and St George’s Preparatory School.
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Whakatāne District Council
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PURPOSE Great services, excellent delivery • We provide governance, leadership and advocacy for the people of the District; • We provide quality infrastructure including community facilities, roads, sewerage, water and stormwater systems; • We deliver regulatory services focused on public health, safety and wellbeing; • We develop long-term plans and strategies to provide a framework for change and sustainable development in our community. VISION To be respected by our community for the provision and delivery of excellent services which ensure that both present and future generations have: • A quality environment in which to enjoy our great climate; • A respect for and pride in our history; • A community that is friendly and caring; • A place that is known to be the best to live, work and play in and where people want to come.