Mayor of Selwyn

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 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 Selwyn District Council mayoral 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 to work with our great schools and university to ensure our young people take full advantage of our districts opportunities.

    Work with existing and new businesses to grow themselves and the employment opportunities within Selwyn.

    Develop an Arthur's Pass to Te Waihora cycle trail linking our towns and creating another great reason to visit Selwyn.

  • Support local industries.

    Provide facilities for new businesses and services.

  • Continue to work with our great schools and university to ensure our young people take full advantage of our districts opportunities.

    Work with existing and new businesses to grow themselves and the employment opportunities within Selwyn.

    Develop an Arthur's Pass to Te Waihora cycle trail linking our towns and creating another great reason to visit Selwyn.

  • Support local industries.

    Provide facilities for new businesses and services.