Mayor of Thames-Coromandel

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 Thames-Coromandel 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.

  • Ease registration for events by removing barriers restricting events from happening.

    Remove licensing requirements for any busker or public performer under the age of 21.

  • Continue to support local events which contribute to arts driven economic growth and development policies.

    Find a community led solution to finalise the design and funding options for the Thames community pool.

    Work with Tairua Heritage group to find a permanent base for their activities.

  • Ease registration for events by removing barriers restricting events from happening.

    Remove licensing requirements for any busker or public performer under the age of 21.

  • Continue to support local events which contribute to arts driven economic growth and development policies.

    Find a community led solution to finalise the design and funding options for the Thames community pool.

    Work with Tairua Heritage group to find a permanent base for their activities.