Tim King
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Tim King’s Elections & Candidacies
Note: This database contains data from the 2023, 2020, 2017 and 2014 general elections, the 2025 local government election and is gradually being backfilled with other election data.
Contested 2 races — 2 elected
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MayorTasman District CouncilCandidate Statement
As Chair of the Community Committee for the last six years I have been a strong supporter of the community sector including libraries, social housing and creating a welcoming community for all. Through my advocacy Council has committed to a fairer rating system and strengthened community services and facilities.
I’m a Resource Management Act commissioner, volunteer at the Esplanade Scenic Railway, and help resettle refugees in the community.
I have a veterinary science background and I make evidence-based decisions. I have demonstrated my ability to work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for the people of Palmerston North.
The future will be challenging, with cost-of-living pressures, government reforms and changes to planning regulations. We need experienced and sensible decision-makers at the Council table, to ensure our city is looked after and that our community is put first. Please re-elect me so I can continue to work for you.
Final ElectedVote share • 51.5%10,209 votes
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Final ElectedVote share • 60.0%12,164 votes
Offices held
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MayorTasman District CouncilOct 2019 – present
In the News
'I feel incredibly sad' - Mayor reacts to proposed closure of Eves Valley Sawmill
NZ Herald — August 22, 2025'I feel incredibly sad' - Mayor reacts to proposed closure of Eves Valley Sawmill.
King runs for Tasman mayor one last time
RNZ — August 12, 2025"As a sitting mayor, ultimately, you should be judged on what you have done, not necessarily what you say you might do in the future," he said.
Council may pull back on roading without bailout
The Press — July 28, 2025“We're not just saying we want to put everything back, gold plate, the whole lot, and therefore you need to give us lots of money. They expect to see us look at what the best value reinstatement repairs is for different roads".
Tasman mayor says weather ‘the most devastating’ he’s seen
Stuff — July 12, 2025"I've spent my whole life in this community. I've been through some very significant events, alongside everybody else," King said at a media briefing on Saturday. "This is probably the most devastating".
Telco repairs after Tasman floods an 'epic cock-up' – mayor
1News — July 3, 2025"We have tried every conceivable way of getting them to do it faster. I am beyond frustrated at the lack of communication. Cellphone coverage should have been back up and running, even if it’s on a temporary basis, way earlier than they are… We have made it very bluntly clear, and we will continue to do so, that it’s completely unacceptable the position that you've all been left in."
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