Weston Kirton
New ZealandpoliticianMale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Weston Kirton is the Mayor of Ruapehu District, known for his commitment to fostering collaborative relationships between the local council and iwi. He recently acknowledged the signing of a partnership agreement with Ngāti Hāua as a historic moment, reflecting the council's dedication to working together with the iwi to achieve shared community goals.
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Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton told NZME the crash was devastating for the community.
Solo transtasman sailor rescued after night in rough seas off NorthlandNew Zealand· 2026-06-01
Weston Kirton is the mayor of Ruapehu, who noted the region's recovery and increased visitor activity post-fire.
Businesses face hard times in months following Tongariro fireNew Zealand· 2026-02-15
Weston Kirton is the Ruapehu district mayor who expressed concerns about the government's actions.
The rural towns fighting for survival as New Zealand grapples with a growing exodus | New Zealand
United Kingdom· 2025-12-17
Ruapehu mayor Weston Kirton’s last-minute bid in August to revisit the decision was rejected 7-3.
Department of Internal Affairs approves Ruapehu and Whanganui councils’ water delivery planNew Zealand· 2025-11-24
Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton’s pay will rise about 5.9% from $129,703 to $137,377.
Councillor salaries jump by up to 30.5% in Whanganui, Ruapehu and RangitīkeiNew Zealand· 2025-11-09
Weston Kirton said the ski fields were vital to the district’s economy.
Iwi takes legal action against DoC and minister over Ruapehu ski fieldsNew Zealand· 2025-06-18
Weston Kirton is the Mayor of Ruapehu and discusses the burden on local ratepayers regarding water infrastructure issues.
Water infrastructure issues reveal local ratepayer burden - Ruapehu Mayor Weston KirtonNew Zealand· 2025-06-12Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton estimates it will attract 50,000 users per section annually and $36 million a year.
A beginner’s guide to cycling the Te Ara Mangawhero trailNew Zealand· 2025-03-14
Ruapehu Mayor Weston Kirton described the signing of the agreement as a historic event for the district.
Ngāti Hāua, Ruapehu District Council sign ‘historic’ partnership dealNew Zealand· 2025-02-27
