Vote Anne Cao-Oulton

Independent Candidate
for WEL Energy Trust

Protecting Community Assets.
Strengthening Community Outcomes.

I believe strong communities are built through opportunity, support, and smart investment.

Voting Open
2 – 26 June
Vote For Anne
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Meet Anne

Experience. Leadership. A passion for people and community.

With more than 25 years' experience across business, media, community leadership, and professional sport, I bring a practical, people-focused approach to governance.

As a businesswoman, former journalist, former professional basketball player, and community advocate, I understand the importance of teamwork, accountability, and making decisions that benefit the wider community.

As founder and organiser of the Waikato Cherry Blossom Festival, I have worked to bring people together, celebrate diversity, and create opportunities that strengthen social and economic connection across the Waikato.

I believe the WEL Energy Trust should continue investing in initiatives that support local families, empower community organisations, and help future generations thrive.

Anne's Priorities For WEL Energy Trust
Protect the WEL
Customer Discount

Supporting the continuation of the customer discount scheme that provides direct value to beneficiaries.

Increase Community
Investment

Strengthening the Trust's long-term impact through increased grants and targeted community investment.

Support Local
Families

Ensuring practical support reaches families and communities facing economic challenges.

Invest in Future
Generations

Creating opportunities that help young people, families, and community organisations thrive.

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I believe strong communities are built through opportunity, support, and smart investment.

Anne Cao-Oulton
  • I support retaining the WEL customer discount scheme while strengthening the Trust's long-term impact through increased grants and targeted community investment.
  • In challenging economic times, local families and community organisations need practical support that delivers real outcomes.
  • I believe the WEL Energy Trust should continue investing in initiatives that support local families, empower community organisations, and help future generations thrive.

Your Vote. Our Future.

The WEL Energy Trust manages hundreds of millions of dollars in community-owned assets. The decisions we make today will benefit our communities for generations to come.

Voting Open
2 – 26 June
Vote for Anne