Mayor of Timaru

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 Timaru District Council mayoral 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.

  • Deliver a leading building control authority with collaboration across South Canterbury for value, efficiency and enablement.

    Develop strategy after a review of community housing in 2025 to help understand, supply and advocate for community housing.

    Utilise NPS for urban development to provide sufficient development capacity to meet the different needs of people and communities.

  • Deliver a leading building control authority with collaboration across South Canterbury for value, efficiency and enablement.

    Develop strategy after a review of community housing in 2025 to help understand, supply and advocate for community housing.

    Utilise NPS for urban development to provide sufficient development capacity to meet the different needs of people and communities.