Waikato District Council

Waerenga-Whitikahu General Ward
The Waikato 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 13 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). One councillor will be elected from the Waerenga-Whitikahu General 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 Waikato District Council 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.

  • Explore options for further promoting our local industries and tourism to a national and international audience.

    Establish a recurring job fair targeted specifically to matching youth and jobseekers with local employers in the Waikato District.

    Create a business hub providing valuable work experience for young people and those without training.

  • Explore options for further promoting our local industries and tourism to a national and international audience.

    Establish a recurring job fair targeted specifically to matching youth and jobseekers with local employers in the Waikato District.

    Create a business hub providing valuable work experience for young people and those without training.