The new Rotorua Lakes Community Board is looking to make a step up and take on more responsibilities this term, according to re-elected member Phill Thomass.
Mr Thomass, who was the only member who sought re-election, said it was great to see three new faces on the board as it headed into the new term.
Mr Thomass said the Rotorua Lakes Council had indicated the board would get some new responsibilities this term, following recommendations from the Electoral Commission.
"I think it will be a busy three years with new responsibilities and delegations we are expecting."
He said things up for negotiation included the possibility of having a seat on two of the council's subcommittees, as well as being given a small budget to manage.