List of Mayors of Clutha
| Name | Portrait | Term | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Keith Fyall |  | 1989–1998 |
| 2 | Juno Hayes |  | 1998–2010 |
| 3 | Bryan Cadogan | | 2010–current |
| Mayor of Clutha District | |
|---|---|
| Style | His Worship |
| Term length | Three years, renewable |
| Inaugural holder | Keith Fyall |
| Formation | 1989 |
| Deputy | Ken Payne |
| Salary | $124,638 [1] |
| Website | Official website |
The Mayor of Clutha officiates over the Clutha District of New Zealand which is administered by the Clutha District Council.
The current mayor is Bryan Cadogan. [2]
| Name | Portrait | Term | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Keith Fyall | | 1989–1998 |
| 2 | Juno Hayes | | 1998–2010 |
| 3 | Bryan Cadogan | | 2010–current |
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