Timeline
Local elections are held every three years. In the Taupō District, the local elections give eligible residents and ratepayers the chance to vote for a Mayor for the district and councillor/s in their local ward.
See the table below for all of the key dates leading up to Election day on 11 October 2025.
| Date | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 4 July 2025 | Candidate nominations open and roll opens for public inspection |
| 1 August 2025 (12 noon) | Candidate nominations close and electoral roll closes |
| 6 August 2025 | Public notice of candidates’ names |
| 9 September 2025 | Voting opens. Voting documents delivered to enrolled voters. |
| 7 October 2025 | Last day for posting vote by mail. After this date votes must be returned to council’s secure ballot boxes. |
| 11 October 2025 | Election day - voting closes at 12 noon |
| 11 October 2025 | Preliminary results published after 12 noon |
| 16-22 October 2025 | Declaration of final results |
| October/November 2025 | Elected members' swearing in ceremonies |
