Local elections are being held in October 2025

Local elections are your opportunity to become a candidate to sit at the decision-making table for Waikato Regional Council and/or to vote for who you think will best represent your interests and views.

Key dates for 2025

Date Event
4 July Candidate nominations open and roll opens for public inspection
1 August at 12 noon Candidate nominations close and roll closes
6 August Public notice of candidates’ names
9-22 September Voting documents delivered
7 October Last day for posting vote by mail. After this date, votes must be returned to council’s secure ballot boxes.
11 October at 12 noon Election day – voting closes midday
11 October from 12 noon Progress results
16-22 October Declaration of results

Information for voters

Democracy only succeeds if everyone gets involved. If you want to ensure your vision, needs and priorities for the Waikato region aren’t overlooked, vote for the person who you think will best represent your interests and views.

Find out more

Meet the candidates

Nominations for local elections have now closed. Find out who is standing for election in your constituency and see upcoming events to meet them.

Meet the candidates

Democracy Dave

Short videos to help you understand this council's democratic processes, including how to get involved.

Meet Democracy Dave
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