Christchurch City Council

Coastal 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 Coastal 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.

Transport

Helping communities get from A to B is a key responsibility of local government, from making sure the buses run on time to providing car parking and walking and cycling paths. Whether public transport is the responsibility of the regional or local council depends on where you are in the country. Local councils also own 87% of New Zealand’s roads.

Transport

Helping communities get from A to B is a key responsibility of local government, from making sure the buses run on time to providing car parking and walking and cycling paths. Whether public transport is the responsibility of the regional or local council depends on where you are in the country. Local councils also own 87% of New Zealand’s roads.

  • Prioritise development of the Ōtākaro Avon River corridor, ie the new 'city to sea' pathway, linking the city to New Brighton.

    Prioritise improvements to existing roads and footpaths in earthquake damaged areas, especially in the East including shared and cycle paths.

    Support traffic calming measures and lower speed zones around schools, hospitals, shopping areas and other areas with lots of pedestrians.

  • Complete long overdue earthquake and infrastructure repairs to ensure safe transport options and improve well-being.

    Continue to advocate for all accessible beach promenade, linking to current and future pathways and recreational and scenic areas.

    Collaborate with Environment Canterbury to implement a more frequent and relevant bus service that connects and supports the needs of all residents.

  • Prioritise development of the Ōtākaro Avon River corridor, ie the new 'city to sea' pathway, linking the city to New Brighton.

    Prioritise improvements to existing roads and footpaths in earthquake damaged areas, especially in the East including shared and cycle paths.

    Support traffic calming measures and lower speed zones around schools, hospitals, shopping areas and other areas with lots of pedestrians.

  • Complete long overdue earthquake and infrastructure repairs to ensure safe transport options and improve well-being.

    Continue to advocate for all accessible beach promenade, linking to current and future pathways and recreational and scenic areas.

    Collaborate with Environment Canterbury to implement a more frequent and relevant bus service that connects and supports the needs of all residents.