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.

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.

  • Guide and educate our community to understand Māori issues and celebrate our unique bi-cultural and multi-cultural community.

    Explore innovative ways to increase participation in democratic processes. Set participation targets for Māori, youth and all ethnicities.

    Review current policies to see if they meet today's needs and educate/communicate to our community the need for their input.

  • Guide and educate our community to understand Māori issues and celebrate our unique bi-cultural and multi-cultural community.

    Explore innovative ways to increase participation in democratic processes. Set participation targets for Māori, youth and all ethnicities.

    Review current policies to see if they meet today's needs and educate/communicate to our community the need for their input.