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.

Local democracy

Local government is a foundational part of our democracy. But local democracy isn’t just about holding elections every three years – it’s about the day-to-day ways people have their say in the decisions that affect us all.

Local democracy

Local government is a foundational part of our democracy. But local democracy isn’t just about holding elections every three years – it’s about the day-to-day ways people have their say in the decisions that affect us all.

  • Māori representation, employment of Māori managers and greater engagement will lead to greater democratic diversity and Treaty enhancement.

    Support various reforms but not at the loss of local autonomy and community/iwi involvement.

    Support council workers by more recruitment and positions covering a large area.

  • Māori representation, employment of Māori managers and greater engagement will lead to greater democratic diversity and Treaty enhancement.

    Support various reforms but not at the loss of local autonomy and community/iwi involvement.

    Support council workers by more recruitment and positions covering a large area.