Selwyn District Council

Springs Ward
The Selwyn 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 10 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Three councillors will be elected from the Springs 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 Selwyn District Council election.

Local democracy

Local government is a foundational part of our democracy. But local democracy isn’t just about holding elections every three years – it’s about the day-to-day ways people have their say in the decisions that affect us all.

Local democracy

Local government is a foundational part of our democracy. But local democracy isn’t just about holding elections every three years – it’s about the day-to-day ways people have their say in the decisions that affect us all.

  • Ensure council monitors it processes for public accountability, transparency and community engagement to deliver it services.

    Recognise and respect the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi in our decision-making.

    Ensure councillors develop a positive relationship with their chief executive officer as they are their only employee and respect staff.

  • Ensure council monitors it processes for public accountability, transparency and community engagement to deliver it services.

    Recognise and respect the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi in our decision-making.

    Ensure councillors develop a positive relationship with their chief executive officer as they are their only employee and respect staff.