District Council The Ruapehu District Council was established by the 1989 local government reforms. It was formed from the Taumarunui Borough Council, Taumarunui County Council, Waimarino District Council and parts of the Rangitikei County, Taupo District, Waitomo District and Stratford District councils. The council is made up of 12 elected councillors including a mayor and deputy mayor. The district is also served by 2 Community Boards and a Ward Committee with the same functions and powers as the Community Boards. Mayor The current mayor of the Ruapehu District is Weston Kirton, the deputy mayor is Vivienne Hoeta. Council Taumarunui-Ohura♮ Community Board; 5 elected community representatives and 1 appointed Councillor. Waimarino-Waiouru Community Board; 5 elected community representatives and 1 appointed Councillor. Owhango-National Park Community Board; 5 elected community representatives and 1 appointed Councilor. Elected Representatives - Ruapehu District Council</ref> References External links Ruapehu District Council Map of the District Map of boundaries for all regional, district and city councils in New Zealand - north, south Ruapehu Districts RTO 'Visit Ruapehu'