Christchurch City Council

Heathcote 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 Heathcote 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.

  • Complete our Major Cycle Routes network and local connections programme to enable biking to be a safe, sustainable option for all ages.

    Bring forward investment in our public transport infrastructure to enable a fast and reliable service for all, including bus and light rail.

    Ensure our footpaths are well maintained, with safe and convenient crossing facilities and add additional footpaths to fill in gaps.

  • Complete our Major Cycle Routes network and local connections programme to enable biking to be a safe, sustainable option for all ages.

    Bring forward investment in our public transport infrastructure to enable a fast and reliable service for all, including bus and light rail.

    Ensure our footpaths are well maintained, with safe and convenient crossing facilities and add additional footpaths to fill in gaps.