Horowhenua District Council

Horowhenua Māori Ward
The Horowhenua 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 12 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Two councillors will be elected from the Horowhenua Māori 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 Horowhenua District Council election.

Climate change and resilience

Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.

Climate change and resilience

Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.

  • Develop spatial plans that map the district flood and erosion prone areas that overlays all new and planned infrastructure and developments.

    Reduce carbon emissions by 50% in next 10 years by updating our fleet with electric vehicles and incentives for locals to move to better modes.

    Celebrate and promote businesses, community and Iwi enterprise making a positive difference for our environment.

  • Develop spatial plans that map the district flood and erosion prone areas that overlays all new and planned infrastructure and developments.

    Reduce carbon emissions by 50% in next 10 years by updating our fleet with electric vehicles and incentives for locals to move to better modes.

    Celebrate and promote businesses, community and Iwi enterprise making a positive difference for our environment.