Whakatāne District Council

Te Urewera General Ward
The Whakatāne 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 10 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). One councillor will be elected from the Te Urewera 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 Whakatāne District Council 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.

  • Bring Museum Research Centre, Te Whare Taonga a Taketake, exhibits to other areas in our rohe.

    Lifeguarding at the Murupara Pool from Labour Weekend to 31 April each season.

    Upgrade the Whakatāne War Memorial Hall and environs to be a place for all the community events.

  • Bring Museum Research Centre, Te Whare Taonga a Taketake, exhibits to other areas in our rohe.

    Lifeguarding at the Murupara Pool from Labour Weekend to 31 April each season.

    Upgrade the Whakatāne War Memorial Hall and environs to be a place for all the community events.