Hauraki District Council

Plains Ward
The Hauraki 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 13 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Four councillors will be elected from the Plains 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 Hauraki District Council election.

Housing and planning

Local councils are responsible for land use planning under the Resource Management Act, which affects where and how new houses are constructed, as well as the design of cities and towns. In some areas, councils also provide housing to those who need it most.

Housing and planning

Local councils are responsible for land use planning under the Resource Management Act, which affects where and how new houses are constructed, as well as the design of cities and towns. In some areas, councils also provide housing to those who need it most.

  • No higher density housing. Measured growth of residential sections.

    Improve community sports fields and facilities as a priority.

    Work with central government and iwi on affordable housing.

  • Ensure gaining permits for housing is a smooth process.

  • Improve and assist in the development of more practical and attractive streetscapes.

  • No higher density housing. Measured growth of residential sections.

    Improve community sports fields and facilities as a priority.

    Work with central government and iwi on affordable housing.

  • Ensure gaining permits for housing is a smooth process.

  • Improve and assist in the development of more practical and attractive streetscapes.