Elections
Te kōwhiringa pōti 2022
The local elections for the South Waikato District are held every three years by postal vote. The elections determine who will become the mayor, councillors and local community board members and make decisions on behalf of all in the South Waikato.
Our next local election is on Saturday 8 October 2022.
If you are an enrolled voter, you'll get a voting information pack in the mail. Check or update your postal address to make sure you receive your voting papers.
Voting papers will be sent to all eligible voters from Friday 16 September 2022.
Voting will close at 12 noon on 8 October 2022.
Enrol to vote now
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Candidate profiles and contact details
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Election Systems
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How South Waikato District Council works
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How to become a candidate in the 2022 elections
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Return of Electoral Expenses and Donations
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Roles, responsibilities and remuneration of elected members
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Skills and qualities you need to become an Elected Member
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Voting Returns
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What's involved in being an elected member
