Mayor of Buller District

The mayor is the leader of the council. Their job is to promote a vision for the district and lead the development of the council’s plans, policies and budget. The mayor appoints the deputy mayor, establishes committees for particular topics, and appoints chairs for those committees. This is a first past the post (FPP) election, so you vote by ticking the name of your preferred candidate on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Buller District Council mayoral election.

Environment

Local governments play a central role in protecting the environment, reducing waste and safeguarding biodiversity. The worsening state of New Zealand’s lakes and rivers is a major challenge for local councils, which work with regional councils in the management of water resources in their area.

Environment

Local governments play a central role in protecting the environment, reducing waste and safeguarding biodiversity. The worsening state of New Zealand’s lakes and rivers is a major challenge for local councils, which work with regional councils in the management of water resources in their area.

  • Work with other West Coast councils on waste management planning/joint services/regional waste contracts.

    Continue to develop partnerships that advance biodiversity strategy that captures economic and environmental benefits.

  • Examine/consult on the advantages of adopting a resource-based economy. Prioritising human/ecological wellbeing/sustainability over profit.

    Consider the implications of a money-free, volunteer based societal model. Examine new possibilities from this unprecedented opportunity.

  • Work with other West Coast councils on waste management planning/joint services/regional waste contracts.

    Continue to develop partnerships that advance biodiversity strategy that captures economic and environmental benefits.

  • Examine/consult on the advantages of adopting a resource-based economy. Prioritising human/ecological wellbeing/sustainability over profit.

    Consider the implications of a money-free, volunteer based societal model. Examine new possibilities from this unprecedented opportunity.