Mayor of Thames-Coromandel

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 Thames-Coromandel District Council mayoral election.

Utilities and services

Councils are responsible for a wide range of utilities and services that we all rely on, from rubbish and recycling to street cleaning. Councils are currently also responsible for managing waste water, storm water and drinking water infrastructure – the ‘Three Waters’. But that may be about to change, with central government seeking to shift the delivery of Three Waters services to four new larger entities, which could borrow enough to upgrade the country’s water infrastructure.

Utilities and services

Councils are responsible for a wide range of utilities and services that we all rely on, from rubbish and recycling to street cleaning. Councils are currently also responsible for managing waste water, storm water and drinking water infrastructure – the ‘Three Waters’. But that may be about to change, with central government seeking to shift the delivery of Three Waters services to four new larger entities, which could borrow enough to upgrade the country’s water infrastructure.

  • Continue scoping an alternative water supply for Whitianga/Wharekaho/Matarangi. Estimate costs, find outside funding, make it happen.

    Develop spatial plans for Whangamata/Coromandel/ Whitianga. Future proof these towns for growth to ensure resilience in decades to come.

    Allocate secure off-lead dog parks in all areas with agility options. Increase visitor numbers by connecting with national agility groups.

  • Reduce Repair Recycle Recover Parks and education while taxing heavily the consumerist industries.

    A huge need to redesign every element eliminating the vultures feeding off it.

    Maintain the existing excellent service with greater education and support.

  • Continue scoping an alternative water supply for Whitianga/Wharekaho/Matarangi. Estimate costs, find outside funding, make it happen.

    Develop spatial plans for Whangamata/Coromandel/ Whitianga. Future proof these towns for growth to ensure resilience in decades to come.

    Allocate secure off-lead dog parks in all areas with agility options. Increase visitor numbers by connecting with national agility groups.

  • Reduce Repair Recycle Recover Parks and education while taxing heavily the consumerist industries.

    A huge need to redesign every element eliminating the vultures feeding off it.

    Maintain the existing excellent service with greater education and support.