Mayor Lawrence Yule

Hastings Mayor

• 2007-present
• 2004-2007
• 2001-2004

Other appointments

• President - Local Government New Zealand
• Chairman - Pettigrew.Green Arena Trust
• Chairman - Hawke's Bay Regional Sports Park Trust
• Board Member - Venture Hawke's Bay
• Board Member - Hawke's Bay Cultural Trust

Lawrence is the current President of Local Government New Zealand, elected in July 2008. Before being elected President he served as a provincial sector chair and member of the National Council of Local Government New Zealand, with special responsibilities for the transport and water portfolios.

He is patron of several local groups and organisations, and takes a keen interest in organisations which operate to support the community of Hastings. He has recently been involved in the U Turn Trust which works with young people in Flaxmere.

Lawrence's interests include outdoor sports, particularly watching rugby and equestrian events. He also has an interest in sheep and beef farming.

Lawrence has an Honours Degree in Engineering, and has recently been made a Fellow of the Institute of Professional Engineers.

He has four children and lives in Hastings District.

Contact the Mayor

You can contact the Mayor's Office on (06) 871 5001 or email: lawrence.yule@hdc.govt.nz.

Visit Lawrence's blog at http://lawrenceyule.blogspot.com/