About Waitaki

Candidate Information Evening

Thinking of standing in the upcoming Local Government Elections? Not ready yet but might be one day? Just curious?

If you’ve ever thought about representing your community as an elected member then come along to our information evening and find out what’s involved.

With presentations from Electionz.com’s Anthony Morton, Otago Regional Council, the Ōamaru Licensing Trust and some of Waitaki’s current Councillors, there’ll be info on how Council is structured, the role and responsibilities of elected representatives, skills required, time commitments, and overview of the nomination and election processes.