Mayor of Waitomo

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 Waitomo 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.

  • Strongly support our events programs post Covid-19. The Muster, Shearing champs, Xmas parade, and Kapa Haka are essential for community pride.

    Celebrate our new stadium and make it successful.

  • Maintain parks and recreational areas well.

    Complete the King Country Sport and Recreation Centre and develop its operating model so that is is sustainable.

    Support community enterprise, clubs and events as a partner that adds value.

  • Strongly support our events programs post Covid-19. The Muster, Shearing champs, Xmas parade, and Kapa Haka are essential for community pride.

    Celebrate our new stadium and make it successful.

  • Maintain parks and recreational areas well.

    Complete the King Country Sport and Recreation Centre and develop its operating model so that is is sustainable.

    Support community enterprise, clubs and events as a partner that adds value.