About our Council

The Waitaki District Council was created in 1989 when the former Waitaki County, Waihemo County, Palmerston Borough and Oamaru Borough councils were amalgamated. 

Waitaki is the only district in the South Island that lies within two regions. A major reason for this split was the governance of the Waitaki River, which forms a political boundary between Canterbury and Otago. This is why the district has two regional authorities – the Otago Regional Council and the Canterbury Regional Council (ECan).

 

About local government

About Waitaki District Council local government and the relationship with central government.

Our Council structure

Waitaki District Council structure comprises of the Mayor and 10 Councillors, with each Councillor representing a specific ward.

Mayor and Councillors

Waitaki District Council structure comprises of the Mayor and 10 Councillors, with each Councillor representing a specific ward.

Council Committees

Waitaki District Council Committees are set up to deal with specialised local issues.

Community Boards

Waitaki District Council had two community boards in Waihemo and Ahuriri to help represent and advise Council on community views.

Wards

The Waitaki District is divided into 4 wards - Ahuriri Ward, Corriedale Ward, Oamaru Ward and Waihemo Ward that elect a total of 10 councillors (excluding the Mayor).

Youth Council

The Waitaki District Youth Council is a voice for young people in Waitaki, aimed at ensuring that Waitaki's youth are represented in local government.

Council Executive Team

Waitaki District Council's executive team is led by the Chief Executive and consists of four group managers representing finance, people and culture, regulatory and planning, and information services

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