Mayor of Rotorua

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 Rotorua 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.

  • Collaborate with sports codes, clubs and community groups to ensure facilities are fit for purpose, inclusive and future-proof.

    Enable events, sport, concerts and creative projects that celebrate Rotorua's identity, build pride and stimulate the local economy.

    Leverage partnerships with NZ Major Events, Sport NZ, Creative NZ, community trusts and corporates to secure sustainable funding.

  • Collaborate with sports codes, clubs and community groups to ensure facilities are fit for purpose, inclusive and future-proof.

    Enable events, sport, concerts and creative projects that celebrate Rotorua's identity, build pride and stimulate the local economy.

    Leverage partnerships with NZ Major Events, Sport NZ, Creative NZ, community trusts and corporates to secure sustainable funding.