Kāpiti Coast District Council

Waikanae Ward
The Kāpiti Coast 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 10 councillors and the mayor. Two councillors will be elected from the Waikanae ward. The other councillors will be elected from other wards or by all voters in the district. This is a single transferable vote (STV) election, so you vote by ranking the candidates on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Kāpiti Coast 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.

  • Lead the way with a 'buy Kāpiti' policy which doesn't happen currently. All goods and services should be sourced locally.

    Promote free, efficient public transport as it will greatly assist employment prospects for our young people. We must also have infrastructure in place.

    Focus on local business development instead of spending vast sums with Wellington Inc. We have local expertise to use.

  • Lead the way with a 'buy Kāpiti' policy which doesn't happen currently. All goods and services should be sourced locally.

    Promote free, efficient public transport as it will greatly assist employment prospects for our young people. We must also have infrastructure in place.

    Focus on local business development instead of spending vast sums with Wellington Inc. We have local expertise to use.