Oxford-Ohoka Community Board

Ohoka-Swannanoa Subdivision
The Oxford-Ohoka Community Board represents your local community and advocates to Waimakariri District Council about local issues, including public transport and facilities such as libraries and parks. The board is made up of six members. Members are elected to represent different subdivisions within the community board area. Three members will be elected from your area. 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 Oxford-Ohoka Community Board election.

Climate change and resilience

Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.

Climate change and resilience

Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.

  • Support future-proof decision making for extreme weather events and urge council to continue working on and planning for drainage projects.

    Encourage community led 'bottom up' initiatives for adapting to climate change.

    Facilitate discussions with local community that help normalise sustainability practices.

  • Revise and increase efficiency of water ways and drains to ensure effective drainage of water after heavy rainfall.

    Provide more cycleways to encourage biking as a clean method of transport as well as recreation.

    Increase native plantings in the area for wildlife, culture, climate, and aesthetic.

  • Support future-proof decision making for extreme weather events and urge council to continue working on and planning for drainage projects.

    Encourage community led 'bottom up' initiatives for adapting to climate change.

    Facilitate discussions with local community that help normalise sustainability practices.

  • Revise and increase efficiency of water ways and drains to ensure effective drainage of water after heavy rainfall.

    Provide more cycleways to encourage biking as a clean method of transport as well as recreation.

    Increase native plantings in the area for wildlife, culture, climate, and aesthetic.