About Our Council
‘The Home of Champions in the Heart of the Waikato’
Our Vision, The Home Of Champions, reflects not only who we are but also our long-term aspirations for our District. In partnership with our community we promote the wellbeing of the Waipa District and its people and aim to be The Great Place to Live, Work and Play.
We aim to do this by:
- Providing the facilities and services to our community that exceed expectations and maintain Waipa as a special place to live
- Preserving, enhancing and promoting the unique features of the district, such as the quality of our environment, our heritage and the recreational opportunities available to all
- Protecting, growing and shaping Waipa’s strong and unique identity as we plan for the future
Elected Members
There are five Wards in the District: Te Awamutu, Cambridge, Pirongia, Kakepuku and Maungatautari. The elected Council members, consisting of the Mayor and 12 Councillors, represent these five wards by providing input to Council plans and participating in decision-making on the communities’ behalf. They also ensure that Council is working to achieve the aspirations of the District as outlined in the Long Term Council Community Plan (10-year Plan).
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Management Structure
Elected Council is supported by Waipa District Council’s management structure, led by the Chief Executive and five Group Managers:
