Mayor of Kaipara

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 Kaipara 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.

  • Improve sporting and recreation facilities, including the pool in Dargaville.

    Remodel liquor licensing policy to be user friendly and encourage businesses to open restaurants and shops for the convenience of the community.

    Resurrect town hall in a granular fashion and at affordable cost.

  • Commit to upgrading community facilities like halls, parks and libraries to meet modern needs and encourage participation.

    Support local festivals, arts and sporting events that strengthen community connections and preserve Kaipara's diverse culture and heritage.

  • Ensure that recreational facilities provided are fit for purpose and what the community wants.

    Support community events with easy-to-use rules and processes to allow vibrancy in communities through events and activities.

    Fix the Dargaville Town Hall and get it functional and open to the public as soon as possible.

  • Improve sporting and recreation facilities, including the pool in Dargaville.

    Remodel liquor licensing policy to be user friendly and encourage businesses to open restaurants and shops for the convenience of the community.

    Resurrect town hall in a granular fashion and at affordable cost.

  • Commit to upgrading community facilities like halls, parks and libraries to meet modern needs and encourage participation.

    Support local festivals, arts and sporting events that strengthen community connections and preserve Kaipara's diverse culture and heritage.

  • Ensure that recreational facilities provided are fit for purpose and what the community wants.

    Support community events with easy-to-use rules and processes to allow vibrancy in communities through events and activities.

    Fix the Dargaville Town Hall and get it functional and open to the public as soon as possible.