Whakatāne District Council

Kāpū-te-rangi Māori Ward
The Whakatāne 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 ten councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). one councillor will be elected from the Kāpū-te-rangi 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 Whakatāne 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.

  • Champion local business by easing barriers, local procurement and fostering resilient, sustainable, circular economies and celebrate local.

    Encourage local growth through responsible development and collaboration based on a robust and community-driven growth plan.

    Invest in Mayors Taskforce for Jobs to create youth jobs, boost training, apprenticeships and pathways to work, growing skills and futures.

  • Champion local business by easing barriers, local procurement and fostering resilient, sustainable, circular economies and celebrate local.

    Encourage local growth through responsible development and collaboration based on a robust and community-driven growth plan.

    Invest in Mayors Taskforce for Jobs to create youth jobs, boost training, apprenticeships and pathways to work, growing skills and futures.