Watch the full Local Focus interview for Sarah Greening-Smith's views on the ward's biggest issue and our less important quickfire questions.
Takitimu Māori Ward candidate Sarah Greening-Smith (Ngāti Kahungunu/Ngāti Rakaipaaka/Ngāti Awa) is a takeaway business owner. She has worked in retail for 30 years.
"I've owned my own business for four years and am always coming face to face with the community. I am passionate and tenacious, especially about people in our community of Hastings district."
She says that the council's work needs more transparency and consultation.
She is worried for Māori in Hastings.