Taupō District Council

Te Papamārearea Māori Ward
The Taupō District Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also makes decisions about building and planning, local regulations, and infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage. The council is made up of 12 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Two councillors will be elected from the Te Papamārearea Māori ward. 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 Taupō District Council 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.

  • Encourage more community events and festivals, encourage local groups to hold cultural festivals to highlight the cultural diversity we have.

    Encourage more national sports events here in Taupō to utilise our position on the events industry.

    Review the current liquor laws in relation to public opinion. Take polls if necessary to see what the public want.

  • Encourage more community events and festivals, encourage local groups to hold cultural festivals to highlight the cultural diversity we have.

    Encourage more national sports events here in Taupō to utilise our position on the events industry.

    Review the current liquor laws in relation to public opinion. Take polls if necessary to see what the public want.