Want to stand in the 2025 Otago Regional Council elections? 

Thanks to our district and city council partners, there are five joint presentations being held during June and July for anyone wanting to learn more about what is involved if you become a councillor in the Otago Regional Council.

Information on standing for the Otago Regional Council will be included as part of the following joint presentations throughout Otago.

Topics covered during the presentation include:

• how the council is structured
• the role and responsibilities of elected representatives
• skills required
• anticipated time commitments
• meeting schedules
• an overview of the nomination and election processes

Join the Otago Regional Council and Waitaki District Council joint presentation:

• Date: Tuesday, 17 June 2025
• Time: 5:50 pm
• Location: Ink Box at Oamaru Opera House, 90 Thames Street, Oamaru