The governing body of Whakatāne District is comprised of the Mayor and 10 councillors, collectively known as the Elected Members. They are responsible for the district's leadership and strategic decision-making.
The 2025 Local Elections have taken place. This page will be updated once all details are confirmed.
Deputy Mayor
Councillor, Whakatāne-Ōhope General Ward
Councillor, Whakatāne-Ōhope General Ward
Councillor, Te Urewera General Ward
Councillor, Rangitāiki General Ward
Councillor, Rangitāiki General Ward
Councillor, Whakatāne-Ōhope General Ward
Councillor, Rangitāiki Māori Ward
Councillor, Kāpū-te-rangi Māori ward
Councillor, Toi ki Uta Māori Ward
This register of pecuniary interests is published pursuant to section 54A of the Local Government Act 2022.
The register provides a summary of elected members' financial, business and personal interests and business associations.
Elected Members Register of Interest 2024-25 - (PDF, 300 KB)
