The mayor of Matamata-Piako officiates over the Matamata-Piako District of New Zealand's North Island.
Ash Tanner is the current mayor of Matamata-Piako. Tanner was elected in the 2025 local elections, having previously served as mayor for the district from 2019 until he stood down in 2022.
List of mayors Since its formation in 1989, Matamata-Piako District has had five mayors, with one holding the position on two non-consecutive occasions. The following is a complete list:
Name Portrait Term 1 Ken Thomas 1989–1998 2 Hugh Vercoe 1998–2013 3 Jan Barnes 2013–2019 4 Ash Tanner 2019–2022 5 Adrienne Wilcock 2022–2025 (4) Ash Tanner 2025–present
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