Thinking about standing for Council? Start here!

The 2025 Local Elections are coming, and your community needs local voices around the Council table.

If you care about your community, have ideas to share, and want to help shape the future of the Ōtorohanga District, now’s the time to get involved.

We’re here to help you understand what’s involved and support you through the process. Whether you’re just curious or ready to take the next step, we’ve got two great opportunities for you to learn more:

Candidate Info Evenings

Join us for a relaxed, informative session where you’ll:

• Hear from our Chief Executive, Tanya Winter
• Meet the Elections team
• Learn what it’s really like to be a Councillor
• Ask questions and get the facts – no pressure, just honest kōrero

Kāwhia - Monday 7 July, 6:00pm, Kāwhia Community Centre
Ōtorohanga - Tuesday 8 July, 6:00pm, Council Chambers

Tea with Tanya

Prefer a more informal chat? Come along to a Tea with Tanya session, a casual cuppa and conversation with our Chief Executive.

Ask your questions, share your thoughts, or just listen in. It’s a great chance to get real insight into what it’s like to serve on Council.

Ōtorohanga - Wednesday 9 July, 1:00pm - 2:00pm, Ōtorohanga Library Programmes Room
Arohena - Thursday 10 July, 5:30pm - 6:30pm, Arohena Hall
Kāwhia - Monday 14 July, 5:00pm - 6:00pm, Kāwhia Community Centre
Ōtorohanga - Wednesday 23 July, 9:30am - 10:30am, Ō Café

Key Election Dates:

• Nominations open: Friday 4 July 2025
• Nominations close: 12 noon, Friday 1 August 2025

Find out more about standing for Council
Visit: www.otodc.govt.nz/about-council/elections/candidates

Call us: 07 873 4000
Email: [email protected]