Raglan Community Board

The Raglan Community Board represents your local community and advocates to Waikato District Council about local issues, including public transport and facilities such as libraries and parks. The board is made up of eight members: six members elected by voters, and two members from the Waikato District Council.  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 Raglan Community Board election.

Jobs and economy

Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.

Jobs and economy

Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.

  • Ensure Raglan's infrastructure develops efficiently with growth but also sensitively to the unique environment.

    Grow more local businesses.

  • Seek a balance between the costs and infrastructure required for housing growth and the upkeep of the town, eg footpaths.

    Support Raglan-made goods as there is a vibrant arts and crafts community.

    Support the destination management organisation in promoting Raglan to the Waikato and beyond.

  • Collaborate with local businesses to identify key issues.

    Support investment that improves access for business, tourism and primary industry.

  • Ensure Raglan's infrastructure develops efficiently with growth but also sensitively to the unique environment.

    Grow more local businesses.

  • Seek a balance between the costs and infrastructure required for housing growth and the upkeep of the town, eg footpaths.

    Support Raglan-made goods as there is a vibrant arts and crafts community.

    Support the destination management organisation in promoting Raglan to the Waikato and beyond.

  • Collaborate with local businesses to identify key issues.

    Support investment that improves access for business, tourism and primary industry.