Horowhenua District Council

Miranui General 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). One councillor will be elected from the Miranui 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.

  • Make business easy – dealing with the council should not be difficult.

    Support businesses in smaller towns such as Shannon and Tokomaru.

    Enable farming businesses to thrive to encourage productive and vibrant rural communities.

  • Make business easy – dealing with the council should not be difficult.

    Support businesses in smaller towns such as Shannon and Tokomaru.

    Enable farming businesses to thrive to encourage productive and vibrant rural communities.