Hutt City Council

Wainuiomata Ward
The Hutt City 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. One councillor will be elected from the Wainuiomata ward. The other councillors will be elected from other wards or by all voters in the city. 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 Hutt City 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.

  • Maximise Wainuiomata ecosanctuary potential, which will grow Wainuiomata and Aotearoa native wildlife and create significant jobs.

    Explore emerging climate change and resilience-based training and employment for locals into specialised roles, eg water reticulation.

    Continue social procurement that ensures large projects prioritise local contractors and workers.

  • Maximise Wainuiomata ecosanctuary potential, which will grow Wainuiomata and Aotearoa native wildlife and create significant jobs.

    Explore emerging climate change and resilience-based training and employment for locals into specialised roles, eg water reticulation.

    Continue social procurement that ensures large projects prioritise local contractors and workers.