Don Paterson
Don Paterson is a councillor in Rotorua known for his focus on community development and tourism. He supports ensuring that additional revenue from short-term accommodation rates is directed towards promoting local events and enhancing the region's cultural offerings.
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Don Paterson and now former councillor Lani Kereopa voted against the plan.
Rotorua Lakes Council water plan approved but regional model debate continues
New Zealand· 2025-11-13
Don Paterson congratulated Tapsell on her win, expressing his anticipation for her policies.
Local elections 2025: Tania Tapsell re-elected as Rotorua mayorNew Zealand· 2025-10-11
Fellow mayoral candidate Don Paterson expressed concern about the election’s integrity being at risk in the unusual circumstances.
Local elections: Haehaetu Barrett back in the race for Rotorua mayor after health scareNew Zealand· 2025-09-18
Don Paterson is another councillor competing for the mayoral role.
Rotorua mayoral candidate Takeina Fraser charged with disqualified drivingNew Zealand· 2025-09-12
Don Paterson was one of the victims poisoned by E. Patersone.
Sievietei piespriež mūža ieslodzījumu par radinieku noindēšanu ar mušmirēm / Diena
Latvia· 2025-09-09
Don Paterson said the current model had 'proven effective' and ensured 'stronger representation'.
Local elections 2025: Where Rotorua candidates stand on Māori wardsNew Zealand· 2025-09-07
Mayoral candidate Don Paterson had used AI for video editing and image generation.
Rotorua faces its first real test of AI in local politicsNew Zealand· 2025-08-24
Paterson said he is proudly Rotorua-born and raised.
Local elections 2025: Who’s running for Rotorua Lakes Council and how to voteNew Zealand· 2025-08-04
Councillor Don Paterson suggested the people of Ngapuna would be 'lighting torches and coming with pitchforks' should that be the plan.
Rotorua councillors debate wastewater discharge plansNew Zealand· 2025-07-23
Councillor Don Paterson added a motion about the sewage spill at the council’s infrastructure and environment committee meeting.
Sewage spills at Rotorua’s Ōhinemutu: Bid for inquiry into leaks failsNew Zealand· 2025-07-05
Don Paterson missed last year’s hearings to travel to Italy.
Rotorua council pauses hearing for not meeting quorumNew Zealand· 2025-06-11
Don Paterson was concerned about how divisive the topic had been.
Rotorua council cuts Tarawera ratepayers’ sewerage scheme costs, but not by muchNew Zealand· 2025-05-29Paterson said his view of LGNZ had changed since he started as a councillor.
Rotorua Lakes Council to stay with LGNZ as councillors debate value for moneyNew Zealand· 2025-05-01
Councillor Don Paterson attempted an amendment to seek more information about the fluoridation product.
Rotorua water to be fluoridated by Friday, council to ask PM for inquiryNew Zealand· 2025-03-26
Don Paterson said he would stand again.
Elections 2025: Which of Rotorua’s mayor and councillors will stand againNew Zealand· 2025-03-23Councillors Don Paterson and Conan O’Brien also attended.
Hindu Heritage Centre opens new garden with Rotorua Lakes Council backingNew Zealand· 2025-02-15
Councillor Don Paterson agreed with the proposed composition of the working group.
Rotorua accommodation: New working group to look at short-term rental rate changeNew Zealand· 2025-02-13