Horowhenua District Council

Waiopehu 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). Two councillors will be elected from the Waiopehu 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.

  • Ensure proper oversight of The Horowhenua New Zealand Trust to ensure value for money and outcomes are being achieved as intended.

    Ensure council support established and new businesses to meet the growing needs of our region and improving the quality and variety on offer.

    Ensure fiscally responsible economic investment with well-documented outcomes and returns, rather than placing excessive trust on ideas.

  • Ensure proper oversight of The Horowhenua New Zealand Trust to ensure value for money and outcomes are being achieved as intended.

    Ensure council support established and new businesses to meet the growing needs of our region and improving the quality and variety on offer.

    Ensure fiscally responsible economic investment with well-documented outcomes and returns, rather than placing excessive trust on ideas.