Mayor of Marlborough

The mayor is the leader of the council. Their job is to promote a vision for the district and lead the development of the council’s plans, policies and budget. The mayor appoints the deputy mayor, establishes committees for particular topics, and appoints chairs for those committees. 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 Marlborough District Council mayoral election.

Housing and planning

Local councils are responsible for land use planning under the Resource Management Act, which affects where and how new houses are constructed, as well as the design of cities and towns. In some areas, councils also provide housing to those who need it most.

Housing and planning

Local councils are responsible for land use planning under the Resource Management Act, which affects where and how new houses are constructed, as well as the design of cities and towns. In some areas, councils also provide housing to those who need it most.

  • Focus resources to repair, upgrade and refurbish/replace, for free, all sub-standard housing. Prioritising the homes of the most neglected.

    Examine/consult on the advantages of adopting a resource-based economy. Prioritising human/ecological well-being/sustainability over profit.

    Listen to the needs and ambitions of all sectors of our society. Prioritising mental, physical and community health and quality of life.

  • Focus resources to repair, upgrade and refurbish/replace, for free, all sub-standard housing. Prioritising the homes of the most neglected.

    Examine/consult on the advantages of adopting a resource-based economy. Prioritising human/ecological well-being/sustainability over profit.

    Listen to the needs and ambitions of all sectors of our society. Prioritising mental, physical and community health and quality of life.