Whakatāne District Council

Toi ki Uta Māori 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 Toi ki Uta Māori 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.

Local democracy

Local government is a foundational part of our democracy. But local democracy isn’t just about holding elections every three years – it’s about the day-to-day ways people have their say in the decisions that affect us all.

Local democracy

Local government is a foundational part of our democracy. But local democracy isn’t just about holding elections every three years – it’s about the day-to-day ways people have their say in the decisions that affect us all.

  • Strengthening relationships in Māori representation and engagement where communication is paramount in moving together. Kanohi kitea matters.

    Review council employee wages and working conditions to ensure order of wellbeing between work life and family commitments is balanced.

    Review the reforms to the size and role of council that is manageable without compromising community values.

  • Strengthening relationships in Māori representation and engagement where communication is paramount in moving together. Kanohi kitea matters.

    Review council employee wages and working conditions to ensure order of wellbeing between work life and family commitments is balanced.

    Review the reforms to the size and role of council that is manageable without compromising community values.