Mayor of Waimate

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 Waimate 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.

  • Consult with local developers, landowners and community to better understand and review the impact of contribution charges on growth.

    Explore flexible contribution models for small-scale development for affordable housing or community benefit projects.

    Review zoning rules to reflect community needs, such as mixed use, light industrial and higher density housing where infrastructure allows.

  • Consult with local developers, landowners and community to better understand and review the impact of contribution charges on growth.

    Explore flexible contribution models for small-scale development for affordable housing or community benefit projects.

    Review zoning rules to reflect community needs, such as mixed use, light industrial and higher density housing where infrastructure allows.