Mayor of Invercargill

The mayor is the leader of the council. Their job is to promote a vision for the city 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 Invercargill City Council mayoral election.

Utilities and services

Councils are responsible for a wide range of utilities and services that we all rely on, from rubbish and recycling to street cleaning. Councils are currently also responsible for managing waste water, storm water and drinking water infrastructure – the ‘Three Waters’. But that may be about to change, with central government seeking to shift the delivery of Three Waters services to four new larger entities, which could borrow enough to upgrade the country’s water infrastructure.

Utilities and services

Councils are responsible for a wide range of utilities and services that we all rely on, from rubbish and recycling to street cleaning. Councils are currently also responsible for managing waste water, storm water and drinking water infrastructure – the ‘Three Waters’. But that may be about to change, with central government seeking to shift the delivery of Three Waters services to four new larger entities, which could borrow enough to upgrade the country’s water infrastructure.

  • Maintain drinking water supply, wastewater and sewerage as always priority one.

    Provide free dog training courses to improve owner happiness and waggles dog obedience, reducing expensive dog meat by encouraging healthier nutritious vegetables.

    Recognise vast improvement in wheelie bin placement not blocking mobility scooters on Tay Street based on in-person recommendation and reward relaxed staff for improvements.

  • If ratepayers do not opt for a glass bin, collaborate with ILT for a glass hub collection at all ILT facilities and address e-waste minimisation.

    Improve city centre and suburban street cleaning services, empty rubbish bins more frequently and get rid of chewing gum.

    Prioritise an alternative water supply that is affordable, sustainable and safe alongside continuation of in-house water service delivery.

  • Upgrade water, wastewater and stormwater to meet safety and growth needs, with water security and consenting at the forefront.

    Modernise infrastructure to deliver reliable, affordable core services and support public-private partnerships to deliver community outcomes.

    Keep streets clean and well maintained to support pride in the city.

  • Continue support for Recycle South.

    Develop second emergency drinking water groundwater supply for Invercargill to supplement existing single source from the Oreti River.

    Establish a glass collection service.

  • Implement designated street-sweeping days to keep streets cleaner and safer for residents and enable the trucks to do their job.

    Modernise rubbish collection by asking council staff as management for practical solutions and oppose six hundred dollar rate hike from new recycling system.

    Partner with councils to share solutions with government after Three Waters policy was scrapped, ensuring safe water and wastewater services.

  • Maintain drinking water supply, wastewater and sewerage as always priority one.

    Provide free dog training courses to improve owner happiness and waggles dog obedience, reducing expensive dog meat by encouraging healthier nutritious vegetables.

    Recognise vast improvement in wheelie bin placement not blocking mobility scooters on Tay Street based on in-person recommendation and reward relaxed staff for improvements.

  • If ratepayers do not opt for a glass bin, collaborate with ILT for a glass hub collection at all ILT facilities and address e-waste minimisation.

    Improve city centre and suburban street cleaning services, empty rubbish bins more frequently and get rid of chewing gum.

    Prioritise an alternative water supply that is affordable, sustainable and safe alongside continuation of in-house water service delivery.

  • Upgrade water, wastewater and stormwater to meet safety and growth needs, with water security and consenting at the forefront.

    Modernise infrastructure to deliver reliable, affordable core services and support public-private partnerships to deliver community outcomes.

    Keep streets clean and well maintained to support pride in the city.

  • Continue support for Recycle South.

    Develop second emergency drinking water groundwater supply for Invercargill to supplement existing single source from the Oreti River.

    Establish a glass collection service.

  • Implement designated street-sweeping days to keep streets cleaner and safer for residents and enable the trucks to do their job.

    Modernise rubbish collection by asking council staff as management for practical solutions and oppose six hundred dollar rate hike from new recycling system.

    Partner with councils to share solutions with government after Three Waters policy was scrapped, ensuring safe water and wastewater services.