In the video interview with Local Focus, Trumper discussed her work at Citizens Advice Bureau and as a dairy farmer in Waikite Valley, homelessness outside Rotorua and the need to moderate rates increases.
Trumper also questioned the commitment of some current incumbent councillors.
"We need councillors that actually realise it's not just turning up to three meetings a month," she said.
"You actually have to engage with the community. You need to be able to read and understand your agendas when you turn up. And you need to be able to contribute so that people understand, that you understand what you're talking about.