Waikato Regional Council

Taupō-Rotorua General Constituency
The Waikato 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 14 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). one councillor will be elected from the Taupō-Rotorua 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 Waikato 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.

  • Ensure Waikato's priorities are at the forefront during the local government reform programme.

    Promote fair pay and good working conditions for all council employees in line with current policy.

    Promote greater cooperation between councils to achieve consistent policy outcomes for communities across the region.

  • Commit to Māori engagement, building on my previous experience working closely with iwi and Māori communities.

    Ensure communities' voices form a vital part of decision-making and work.

    Foster iwi partnerships that are enduring, effective, and beneficial for everyone.

  • Ensure Waikato's priorities are at the forefront during the local government reform programme.

    Promote fair pay and good working conditions for all council employees in line with current policy.

    Promote greater cooperation between councils to achieve consistent policy outcomes for communities across the region.

  • Commit to Māori engagement, building on my previous experience working closely with iwi and Māori communities.

    Ensure communities' voices form a vital part of decision-making and work.

    Foster iwi partnerships that are enduring, effective, and beneficial for everyone.