Ruapehu District Council

Ruapehu General Ward
The Ruapehu District Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also makes decisions about building and planning, local regulations, and infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage. The council is made up of nine councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). six councillors will be elected from the Ruapehu ward. This is a single transferable vote (STV) election, so you vote by ranking the candidates on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Ruapehu District Council 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.

  • Boost regional recreation by extending the Te Ara Mangawhero cycle–walking loop between Mt Ruapehu and Ohakune.

    Enhance access to community halls, parks and playgrounds across Ruapehu's rural service centres.

    Support local festivals and events through the community development and Pride of Place Fund.

  • Establish dedicated arts and culture staff whose role is to assist in community events with other stakeholders in the community.

  • Boost regional recreation by extending the Te Ara Mangawhero cycle–walking loop between Mt Ruapehu and Ohakune.

    Enhance access to community halls, parks and playgrounds across Ruapehu's rural service centres.

    Support local festivals and events through the community development and Pride of Place Fund.

  • Establish dedicated arts and culture staff whose role is to assist in community events with other stakeholders in the community.