I’m Barry Jensen, a 35-year-old local business owner and a proud east Aucklander.
I’m running for the Howick ward in this year’s local elections because it’s time to stop overcomplicating and start fixing what matters.
I’m not a politician. I’m a problem-solver. Over the past decade, I’ve built several businesses – Jensen Commercial Cleaning, Cleanstay, Bad Offroad, and others – all focused on service, systems, and results.
I understand how to lead teams, manage budgets, and deliver under pressure.
That’s the mindset I’m bringing to Auckland Council.
My campaign is built around one principle: Fix what matters.
Across Howick, basic services are being delayed, neglected, or pushed aside.
From broken footpaths to playgrounds left unsafe for months, people are tired of excuses. The council process isn’t working, and it shows.
That’s why I’ll bring a four-step approach to local governance:
- Listen – Actually hear what residents are saying, not just nod in meetings.
- Prioritise – Focus on the real issues, not distractions.
- Fix – Take action. Push for delivery and completion.
- Follow through – Stay and keep those required accountable.
It’s how I run my businesses – and it’s how I’ll serve this community.
Born in Zimbabwe, I moved to New Zealand in 2004 and settled in Howick with my wife and sons in 2022.
I know what it means to build something from the ground up and to rely on systems that work. I also know what it’s like when those systems fail.
Council shouldn’t be about headlines or party lines. It should be about results.
We don’t need more waste. We need people who will show up, roll up their sleeves, and get it done.
Let’s fix what matters together!
- Barry Jensen, candidate for Howick ward
- www.barryjensen.nz, barry@jensencc.co.nz, 021 615 424
