Waitomo District Council

Te Kuiti Ward
The Waitomo 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 six councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). three councillors will be elected from the Te Kuiti 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 Waitomo District Council election.

Jobs and economy

Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.

Jobs and economy

Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.

  • Create a bylaw to limit apparatuses for displaying items on the street outside stores to improve the town's aesthetic and appeal.

    Create a bylaw to limit the number of second-hand and used goods and vape stores relative to and within the confines of population size.

    Provide subsidised business courses for small businesses to increase their capability and proficiency.

  • Advocate for keeping it local, prioritising the use of local businesses, services and contractors, directly boosting the local economy.

    Investigate opportunities to develop an internship programme for youth trying to gain and develop skills within the council.

  • Create a bylaw to limit apparatuses for displaying items on the street outside stores to improve the town's aesthetic and appeal.

    Create a bylaw to limit the number of second-hand and used goods and vape stores relative to and within the confines of population size.

    Provide subsidised business courses for small businesses to increase their capability and proficiency.

  • Advocate for keeping it local, prioritising the use of local businesses, services and contractors, directly boosting the local economy.

    Investigate opportunities to develop an internship programme for youth trying to gain and develop skills within the council.