Whakatāne-Ōhope Community Board

The Whakatāne-Ōhope Community Board represents your local community and advocates to Whakatane District Council about local issues, including public transport and facilities such as libraries and parks. The board is made up of seven members: six members elected by voters, and one member from the Whakatane District Council.  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-Ōhope Community Board 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 year-round activities with local businesses so income is not just seasonal.

    Grow local work and skills for all ages through hands-on training and mentoring.

    Inspire innovative talent to stay and bring bold ideas to life here, boosting jobs, income and opportunities.

  • Develop relationships and support with EPIC, Chamber of Commerce and Whakatane District Council economic strategy team to reinvest in the community.

    Engage in opportunities that empower and promote youth endeavours into work and training through workshops and mentoring.

    Support residents and organisations to upgrade Pekatahi Bridge and continue to advocate for a second bridge crossing for Whakatāne.

  • Create year-round activities with local businesses so income is not just seasonal.

    Grow local work and skills for all ages through hands-on training and mentoring.

    Inspire innovative talent to stay and bring bold ideas to life here, boosting jobs, income and opportunities.

  • Develop relationships and support with EPIC, Chamber of Commerce and Whakatane District Council economic strategy team to reinvest in the community.

    Engage in opportunities that empower and promote youth endeavours into work and training through workshops and mentoring.

    Support residents and organisations to upgrade Pekatahi Bridge and continue to advocate for a second bridge crossing for Whakatāne.