Mayor of Taupō
| Mayor of Taupō | |
|---|---|
since 2013 | |
| Style | His/Her Worship |
| Term length | Three years, renewable |
| Inaugural holder | Joan Williamson |
| Formation | 1989 |
| Deputy | Kevin Taylor |
| Salary | $143,105 |
| Website | Official website |
The mayor of Taupō officiates over the Taupō District Council.
The mayor of Taupō is the head of the municipal government, and presides over the district council. The mayor is directly elected using a first-past-the-post electoral system. The office was established on 1 December 1989, after the formation of the district council in the 1989 local government reforms. David Trewavas is the current mayor of Taupō. He sought reelection in 2019, months after receiving a kidney transplant from his wife.