Mayor of Queenstown-Lakes

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 Queenstown-Lakes 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.

  • Incorporate spaces for community infrastructure such as parks, playgrounds and halls in all new residential developments.

    Identify ways to remove the barriers that discourage community groups from holding events.

  • Invest in upgrades and new sports facilities in the district and deepen partnerships with private donors.

    Review access and pricing policies to encourage greater utilisation of community assets for social and performing arts functions.

  • Incorporate spaces for community infrastructure such as parks, playgrounds and halls in all new residential developments.

    Identify ways to remove the barriers that discourage community groups from holding events.

  • Invest in upgrades and new sports facilities in the district and deepen partnerships with private donors.

    Review access and pricing policies to encourage greater utilisation of community assets for social and performing arts functions.