Mayor of Tararua

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 Tararua 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.

  • Meeting the recreational needs of all our communities.

    Increasing youth facilities such as skate parks and basketball courts for the well being of our young people.

    Supporting the arts and promoting public art to beautify our place.

  • Ensure outcomes of Play, Recreation and Activity Strategy guide decisions around rationalisation of current parks and facilities.

  • Meeting the recreational needs of all our communities.

    Increasing youth facilities such as skate parks and basketball courts for the well being of our young people.

    Supporting the arts and promoting public art to beautify our place.

  • Ensure outcomes of Play, Recreation and Activity Strategy guide decisions around rationalisation of current parks and facilities.