The Local Governance Statement outlines Kawerau District Council’s democratic processes: how we engage with our community, how we make decisions, and how citizens can influence Council’s decisions.

Council’s Vision

“To create a resilient and sustainable Kawerau that meets the needs of the future” 

Mission Statement

1. To represent the interests and aspirations of the Kawerau Community, within and beyond the District. 
2. To promote the social, economic, environmental and cultural wellbeing of the Kawerau Community. 
3. To continue to provide an industrial base within the District for established industries and their supporting businesses. 
4. To promote the advantages of Kawerau in order to grow the District population and to further encourage industrial investment and development. 
5. To ensure that the independence of the District is maintained.

Statement of Principles

To achieve its mission, Council will: 

1. Provide services, facilities and infrastructure that can support a high quality of life in Kawerau. 
2. Engender an attitude of cost effectiveness, customer service and Community responsiveness.  
3. Engage with all sectors of the Community to determine their needs and priorities. 
4. Maintain a fair system of rating to ensure that Council services are sustainable and satisfy Community needs. 
5. Inform and seek feedback from the Community about Council's current and planned activities. 
6. Work cooperatively with government agencies, territorial authorities, and other stakeholders to maintain or improve Council services. 
7. Maintain relationships with industry and business groups represented in the District. 
8. Promote the District to attract development.