Gisborne District Council
Local democracy
Local government is a foundational part of our democracy. But local democracy isn’t just about holding elections every three years – it’s about the day-to-day ways people have their say in the decisions that affect us all.
Local democracy
Local government is a foundational part of our democracy. But local democracy isn’t just about holding elections every three years – it’s about the day-to-day ways people have their say in the decisions that affect us all.
Start Tiriti o Waitangi wananga "what does it look like in action on a local level in our communities" workshops for councillors and staff.
Address internal workplace culture at council, educate and enable all staff to work mindfully and respectfully without relinquishing mana.
Have meaningful interactions with community groups and organisations. Promoting partnership and participation.
Build capability and capacity of Māori staff throughout the organisation.
Work to ensure township plans are fulfilled in a timely fashion.
Commit to being a good and fair employer with all staff being on the living wage as a minimum.
Attend all public engagements that are beneficial to council and our communities.
Ensure Māori representation is strong, articulate and relevant if elected to council.
Ensure council staff are happy with work and pay conditions via the chief executive officer. Visit different departments in council and be approachable.
Embrace Māori representation within communities.
Create a calendar of events that reflects Tairāwhiti.
Yearly meetings in communities to inform and engage with whānau on the major issues facing our region.
Engage with our ethnic community to develop a respectful way of contributing to our regions development and wellbeing.
Ensure that council relationships with mana whenua and Māori organisations build upon Te Tiriti as a positive strength for Te Tairāwhiti
Start Tiriti o Waitangi wananga "what does it look like in action on a local level in our communities" workshops for councillors and staff.
Address internal workplace culture at council, educate and enable all staff to work mindfully and respectfully without relinquishing mana.
Have meaningful interactions with community groups and organisations. Promoting partnership and participation.
Build capability and capacity of Māori staff throughout the organisation.
Work to ensure township plans are fulfilled in a timely fashion.
Commit to being a good and fair employer with all staff being on the living wage as a minimum.
Attend all public engagements that are beneficial to council and our communities.
Ensure Māori representation is strong, articulate and relevant if elected to council.
Ensure council staff are happy with work and pay conditions via the chief executive officer. Visit different departments in council and be approachable.
Embrace Māori representation within communities.
Create a calendar of events that reflects Tairāwhiti.
Yearly meetings in communities to inform and engage with whānau on the major issues facing our region.
Engage with our ethnic community to develop a respectful way of contributing to our regions development and wellbeing.
Ensure that council relationships with mana whenua and Māori organisations build upon Te Tiriti as a positive strength for Te Tairāwhiti
Mayor
Compare the mayoral candidates in your area
Local council
Compare the candidates for your city or district council
Regional council
Compare the candidates for your regional council
Local board
Compare the candidates for your local or community board