Oraka Aparima Community Board

The Oraka Aparima Community Board represents your local community and advocates to Southland District Council about local issues, including public transport and facilities such as libraries and parks. The board is made up of seven members: six members elected by voters, and one councillor from the Southland District Council.  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 Oraka Aparima Community Board 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.

  • I'm not sure how housing is effected on a community board level.

    Encourage less Airbnb and Bookabachs, and more rentals with full time residents.

    More flexibility around housing. Tiny homes and other alternative ideas.

  • Ensure council is well informed of critical issues in the community.

  • Create a plan to help support locals who cannot afford to buy or find accommodation.

  • I'm not sure how housing is effected on a community board level.

    Encourage less Airbnb and Bookabachs, and more rentals with full time residents.

    More flexibility around housing. Tiny homes and other alternative ideas.

  • Ensure council is well informed of critical issues in the community.

  • Create a plan to help support locals who cannot afford to buy or find accommodation.