Horizons Regional Council

Tonga Māori Constituency
The Horizons Regional Council is the regional council for the Manawatū-Whanganui region. It makes decisions about managing resources in the region, such as air, water, soil and the coastline. It also carries out plant and pest control, helps prepare for natural disasters, and is involved in regional transport. The council is made up of 14 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). One councillor will be elected from the Tonga Māori constituency. 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 Horizons Regional 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.

  • Support youth and whānau to create business opportunities and jobs, especially in the environment and pollution reduction.

    Support councils to provide more business hub opportunities.

    Support iwi and community groups to provide more jobs through various central government schemes.

  • Support youth and whānau to create business opportunities and jobs, especially in the environment and pollution reduction.

    Support councils to provide more business hub opportunities.

    Support iwi and community groups to provide more jobs through various central government schemes.