Mayor of South Waikato

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 South Waikato District Council mayoral election.

Recreation and culture

From parks and libraries to museums and art galleries, councils can be a key supporter of sporting, recreational and cultural events that bring communities to life. Community facilities, including sports grounds and town halls, are often owned and run by councils.

Recreation and culture

From parks and libraries to museums and art galleries, councils can be a key supporter of sporting, recreational and cultural events that bring communities to life. Community facilities, including sports grounds and town halls, are often owned and run by councils.

  • Ensure liquor licensing by-laws reduce alcohol harm and provide assistance for those that need it.

    Ensure our community has safe spaces for recreational and sporting spaces that meet their needs.

    Maintain, replace or build public facilities like parks, pools, museums, libraries and community halls as and when required.

  • Ensure liquor licensing by-laws reduce alcohol harm and provide assistance for those that need it.

    Ensure our community has safe spaces for recreational and sporting spaces that meet their needs.

    Maintain, replace or build public facilities like parks, pools, museums, libraries and community halls as and when required.