Gore District Council

Gore Ward
The Gore District 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 11 councillors and the mayor. Five councillors will be elected from the Gore ward. The other councillors will be elected from other wards or by all voters in the district. 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 Gore District Council election.

Jobs and economy

Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.

Jobs and economy

Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.

  • Work with local businesses to be open in weekends and when events are held, to provide a welcoming town.

    Encourage youth to live and work in the district through avenues like Hokonui Huanui and Closing the Gaps.

    Encourage business opportunities to bring sustainable growth and jobs into the area.

  • Work with local businesses to be open in weekends and when events are held, to provide a welcoming town.

    Encourage youth to live and work in the district through avenues like Hokonui Huanui and Closing the Gaps.

    Encourage business opportunities to bring sustainable growth and jobs into the area.