Thames-Coromandel District Council

South East General Ward
The Thames-Coromandel 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 ten councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). two councillors will be elected from the South East ward. 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 election.

Housing and planning

Local councils are responsible for land use planning under the Resource Management Act, which affects where and how new houses are constructed, as well as the design of cities and towns. In some areas, councils also provide housing to those who need it most.

Housing and planning

Local councils are responsible for land use planning under the Resource Management Act, which affects where and how new houses are constructed, as well as the design of cities and towns. In some areas, councils also provide housing to those who need it most.

  • Consult on the situation of the district's housing for those in need as well as the future of aged persons care across the district.

    Create 'welcome to stop here' townships on State Highway 25 by identifying potential parking needs given more large recreational trailers on the road.

  • Ensure council implements a proactive and supportive approach with consenting.

    Implement a district-wide plan with housing being critical to meet the needs of future growth for permanent residents and holidaymakers.

  • Consult on the situation of the district's housing for those in need as well as the future of aged persons care across the district.

    Create 'welcome to stop here' townships on State Highway 25 by identifying potential parking needs given more large recreational trailers on the road.

  • Ensure council implements a proactive and supportive approach with consenting.

    Implement a district-wide plan with housing being critical to meet the needs of future growth for permanent residents and holidaymakers.