Christchurch City Council

Burwood Ward
The Christchurch City Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also makes decisions about building and planning, local regulations, and infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage. The council is made up of 16 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the city). One councillor will be elected from the Burwood ward. This is a first past the post (FPP) election, so you vote by ticking the name of your preferred candidate on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Christchurch City Council election.

Environment

Local governments play a central role in protecting the environment, reducing waste and safeguarding biodiversity. The worsening state of New Zealand’s lakes and rivers is a major challenge for local councils, which work with regional councils in the management of water resources in their area.

Environment

Local governments play a central role in protecting the environment, reducing waste and safeguarding biodiversity. The worsening state of New Zealand’s lakes and rivers is a major challenge for local councils, which work with regional councils in the management of water resources in their area.

  • Ensure safe drinking water for the city. Work on making our water chlorine free – it's a priority for me.

    Work with the community and park rangers to create more groups for people who are keen to care for their local parks and reserves.

    Increase biodiversity through our Urban Forest Strategy. Bring native birds back to the city the way Wellington has.

  • Ensure safe drinking water for the city. Work on making our water chlorine free – it's a priority for me.

    Work with the community and park rangers to create more groups for people who are keen to care for their local parks and reserves.

    Increase biodiversity through our Urban Forest Strategy. Bring native birds back to the city the way Wellington has.