Te kō whiringa pōti 2022 | Local Elections 2022

Our communities are made up of all sorts of people and we stand for all sorts of things. We asked some locals (pictured) what they stand for; from sending less waste to landfill, to creating vibrant and accessible CBDs for our families to enjoy and fostering equity, inclusion and diversity so all members of our community can thrive - we all have a vision for what we'd like our district to look, feel and be like. What do you stand for? We'll be showing you more passionate locals and what they stand for over the next wee while, as we call for nominations for Mayor and Councillors. Have you considered standing? Nominations are open now until midday 12 August 2022. For more info, visit our candidate info page.
Considering standing?
- Councillor nomination form
- Mayor nomination form
- Candidate handbook
- Pre-election report
- Candidate information webinar recording
- Accessible formats
Hover over the above or click here for more info.
Are you ready to vote?
- Enrol to vote
- Check or update your details
- General or Māori roll
- Information in te reo Māori
- Accessible formats
- General elections info
Hover over the above or click here for more info.
Extra info and FAQs about elections
Matamata-Piako District Council review our representation arrangements at least every six years, as required by legislation. The review is to ensure our community is fairly and effectively represented and includes a review of the number of Councillors, the wards that we have and whether each Councillor represents roughly the same number of people in the district.
Elections timeline
15 July 2022
Candidate nominations open
15 July 2022
15 July 2022
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Candidate nominations close
12 August 2022, midday (sharp)
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Voting packs sent to enrolled voters
16 - 21 September 2022
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Voting opens
16 September 2022
Election Day
8 October 2022, voting closes midday (sharp)