Mayor of Timaru

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 Timaru District Council mayoral election.

Jobs and economy

Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.

Jobs and economy

Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.

  • Ensure locals are given every opportunity when it comes to council work and consultancy.

    Work collaboratively with interested parties to attract businesses and people to the district.

    Encourage the building of affordable homes across a range of price points.

  • Continue support for local events through Venture Timaru – funding we established last term.

    Support tourism through implementation of the Destination Management Plan.

    Support and enable businesses to deliver on their economic aspirations linked to our economic development strategy.

  • Ensure locals are given every opportunity when it comes to council work and consultancy.

    Work collaboratively with interested parties to attract businesses and people to the district.

    Encourage the building of affordable homes across a range of price points.

  • Continue support for local events through Venture Timaru – funding we established last term.

    Support tourism through implementation of the Destination Management Plan.

    Support and enable businesses to deliver on their economic aspirations linked to our economic development strategy.