Taranaki Regional Council

North Taranaki General Constituency
The Taranaki Regional Council makes decisions about managing resources in the region, such as air, water, soil and the coastline. It also carries out plant and pest control, helps prepare for natural disasters, and is involved in regional transport. The council is made up of 11 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). two councillors will be elected from the North Taranaki constituency. 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 Taranaki Regional Council election.

Local democracy

Local government is a foundational part of our democracy. But local democracy isn’t just about holding elections every three years – it’s about the day-to-day ways people have their say in the decisions that affect us all.

Local democracy

Local government is a foundational part of our democracy. But local democracy isn’t just about holding elections every three years – it’s about the day-to-day ways people have their say in the decisions that affect us all.

  • Use digital tools, feedback loops and partnerships to make public engagement meaningful, data-driven and results-focused.

  • Support and encourage stronger community relations and ensure TRC wins back public trust and shows tangible value within communities.

    Engage with, encourage and include Māori in decision making processes as required in the Local Government Act 2002.

    Ensure public consultation is a primary value and functional part of the TRC decision making process.

  • Use digital tools, feedback loops and partnerships to make public engagement meaningful, data-driven and results-focused.

  • Support and encourage stronger community relations and ensure TRC wins back public trust and shows tangible value within communities.

    Engage with, encourage and include Māori in decision making processes as required in the Local Government Act 2002.

    Ensure public consultation is a primary value and functional part of the TRC decision making process.