Horizons Regional Council

Whanganui General 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). Two councillors will be elected from the Whanganui 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 the council's continued work with its constituent partners in the Accelerate 25 programme, especially in agricultural ventures.

    Encourage the integration of business-friendly integrated transportation strategies, firstly road and rail, and eventually coastal shipping.

  • Support the council's continued work with its constituent partners in the Accelerate 25 programme, especially in agricultural ventures.

    Encourage the integration of business-friendly integrated transportation strategies, firstly road and rail, and eventually coastal shipping.