Media release

Update on Chairman, Stephen Woodhead’s medical condition

Monday 21 May 2018

ORC wishes to advise that Cr Stephen Woodhead suffered a small stroke on the morning of the 15th May. The effects are limited to his right leg and right arm. Stephen is walking unassisted and expected to make a full recovery. Stephen’s intellect, face and speech are not affected.

This week he is receiving physiotherapist treatment at the ISIS centre at Wakari Hospital.

ORC Deputy Chair, Cr Robertson is working with CE Sarah Gardner and fellow councillors to ensure ORC political activities continue as normal. 

For further information please contact: 

Emma Schranz - Senior Media Advisor - 0276275894

emma.schranz@orc.govt.nz