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.

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.

  • Deliver on major projects including the Theatre Royal, Aigantighe Art Gallery and Aorangi Park Stadium redevelopment.

  • A strong focus on delivery of community infrastructure projects, ie Heritage Centre and Stadium.

  • Deliver on major projects including the Theatre Royal, Aigantighe Art Gallery and Aorangi Park Stadium redevelopment.

  • A strong focus on delivery of community infrastructure projects, ie Heritage Centre and Stadium.