Whangārei District Council

Whangārei Heads General Ward
The Whangārei 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 Whangārei Heads 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 Whangārei 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.

  • Hold weekly "surgery" meetings in the ward to better understand key community issues.

    Clearly communicate council discussions and decisions back to the community to ensure transparency and accountability.

    Collaborate with other councillors to achieve workable solutions to deliver the very best outcomes for Whangārei Heads ward.

  • Hold weekly "surgery" meetings in the ward to better understand key community issues.

    Clearly communicate council discussions and decisions back to the community to ensure transparency and accountability.

    Collaborate with other councillors to achieve workable solutions to deliver the very best outcomes for Whangārei Heads ward.