Christchurch City Council

Hornby 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 Hornby 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.

Recreation and culture

From parks and libraries to museums and art galleries, councils can be a key supporter of sporting, recreational and cultural events that bring communities to life. Community facilities, including sports grounds and town halls, are often owned and run by councils.

Recreation and culture

From parks and libraries to museums and art galleries, councils can be a key supporter of sporting, recreational and cultural events that bring communities to life. Community facilities, including sports grounds and town halls, are often owned and run by councils.

  • Provide free swims and swimming lessons for kids under 16.

    Protect and invest in our libraries, pools and community facilities.

    Return assets to the community if the council no longer requires them.

  • Ensure communities have access to the community facilities they need in their local area so community groups can thrive serving community.

    Work toward establishing a Local Alcohol Policy so our communities don't have to battle so hard to control inappropriate liquor licensing.

    Consult with our local sporting clubs to ensure they have the facilities they need to thrive in Hornby, offering opportunities to all.

  • Provide free swims and swimming lessons for kids under 16.

    Protect and invest in our libraries, pools and community facilities.

    Return assets to the community if the council no longer requires them.

  • Ensure communities have access to the community facilities they need in their local area so community groups can thrive serving community.

    Work toward establishing a Local Alcohol Policy so our communities don't have to battle so hard to control inappropriate liquor licensing.

    Consult with our local sporting clubs to ensure they have the facilities they need to thrive in Hornby, offering opportunities to all.