Rangitīkei District Council

Northern General Ward
The Rangitīkei 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 11 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Two councillors will be elected from the Northern 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 Rangitīkei 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.

  • Continue the investment in Taihape through the 'Better Business Case' and identify other areas that would complement this.

    Enhance and promote local walking tracks and other attractions suitable for locals and visitors to the area.

  • Support Mahi Tahi programmes for the Rangitīkei.

    Promote "after five" business groups that bring local small business together to network and collaborate.

    Create flexible policy that can adapt to support a wide range of local business needs.

  • Continue the investment in Taihape through the 'Better Business Case' and identify other areas that would complement this.

    Enhance and promote local walking tracks and other attractions suitable for locals and visitors to the area.

  • Support Mahi Tahi programmes for the Rangitīkei.

    Promote "after five" business groups that bring local small business together to network and collaborate.

    Create flexible policy that can adapt to support a wide range of local business needs.