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.

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.

  • Promote domestic tourism opportunities through more local events like music hunting fishing and outdoor recreation, including sports events.

    Develop a research and development and pilot fund to support sustainable business projects that bring value to the district.

    Work with local businesses to to encourage better connectivity with youth and educators to create new innovative pathways to jobs and careers.

  • Promote domestic tourism opportunities through more local events like music hunting fishing and outdoor recreation, including sports events.

    Develop a research and development and pilot fund to support sustainable business projects that bring value to the district.

    Work with local businesses to to encourage better connectivity with youth and educators to create new innovative pathways to jobs and careers.