Mayor of Carterton

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 Carterton 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.

  • Ensure proper procurement processes are followed during the Carrington Park upgrade.

    Investigate the viability of the events centre and seek community feedback on its future use.

    Request a business case on upgrading the local pool.

  • Maintain existing recreational services.

    Promote more events that bring visitors into Carterton and encourage them to stay for more than one day.

  • Ensure proper procurement processes are followed during the Carrington Park upgrade.

    Investigate the viability of the events centre and seek community feedback on its future use.

    Request a business case on upgrading the local pool.

  • Maintain existing recreational services.

    Promote more events that bring visitors into Carterton and encourage them to stay for more than one day.