Waikato Regional Council

Taupō-Rotorua General Constituency
The Waikato Regional Council makes decisions about managing resources in the region, such as air, water, soil and the coastline. It also carries out plant and pest control, helps prepare for natural disasters, and is involved in regional transport. The council is made up of 14 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). One councillor will be elected from the Taupō-Rotorua constituency. 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 Regional Council election.

Environment and biodiversity

Protecting the environment and managing natural resources is a key responsibility of regional councils. Regional councils are often also involved in pest control and resource management.

Environment and biodiversity

Protecting the environment and managing natural resources is a key responsibility of regional councils. Regional councils are often also involved in pest control and resource management.

  • Aim to implement Waikato Regional Biosecurity Strategy 2022-2032 and ensure ongoing collaboration with stakeholders and communities.

    Support local community-led pest management initiatives and local native tree planting.

    Aim for council to look at creating strategies which are effective to reduce waste, support biodiversity and encourage healthy ecosystems.

  • Aim to implement Waikato Regional Biosecurity Strategy 2022-2032 and ensure ongoing collaboration with stakeholders and communities.

    Support local community-led pest management initiatives and local native tree planting.

    Aim for council to look at creating strategies which are effective to reduce waste, support biodiversity and encourage healthy ecosystems.