Mackenzie District Council

Pukaki Ward
The Mackenzie 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 seven councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Three councillors will be elected from the Pukaki 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 Mackenzie 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.

  • Improve council responsiveness and communication, especially on time-sensitive issues and/or those relating to livelihoods.

    Improve diversity of local council and committee groups.

    Ensure equitable outreach, engagement and accessibility to community services.

  • Improve council responsiveness and communication, especially on time-sensitive issues and/or those relating to livelihoods.

    Improve diversity of local council and committee groups.

    Ensure equitable outreach, engagement and accessibility to community services.