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.

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 greater transparency and community education about council functions so people feel informed and included in council decision making.

    Protect Māori representation to ensure a continuation of quality decision making, strong relationships and upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

    Utilise and collaborate with national bodies and neighbouring councils to ensure an effective voice in the design of council reforms.

  • Ensure greater transparency and community education about council functions so people feel informed and included in council decision making.

    Protect Māori representation to ensure a continuation of quality decision making, strong relationships and upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

    Utilise and collaborate with national bodies and neighbouring councils to ensure an effective voice in the design of council reforms.