Mayor of Waipā

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 Waipa 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.

  • Commit to ensure enough serviced land is zoned and available to meet demand while protecting highly productive soils.

    Commit to improve processing times and provide clear guidance to make it easier for families and businesses to build.

    Commit to work with community housing providers, iwi and developers to deliver more affordable and social housing options.

  • Continue the strong planning culture for new developments that combines appropriate density with good design principles.

    Encourage local cross-sector collaborations to address homelessness.

    Ensure growth pays for growth.

  • Commit to ensure enough serviced land is zoned and available to meet demand while protecting highly productive soils.

    Commit to improve processing times and provide clear guidance to make it easier for families and businesses to build.

    Commit to work with community housing providers, iwi and developers to deliver more affordable and social housing options.

  • Continue the strong planning culture for new developments that combines appropriate density with good design principles.

    Encourage local cross-sector collaborations to address homelessness.

    Ensure growth pays for growth.