Tasman District Council

Motueka Ward
The Tasman District Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also passes local regulations and makes decisions about infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage, and about the region’s resources, including water, soil and the coastline. The council is made up of 13 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Three councillors will be elected from the Motueka 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 Tasman 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.

  • I am here to be a voice for our community, if the community want improvements regarding the above I will advocate for them.

    It's about teamwork.

    Ensuring the three councillors and community board work together to achieve good outcomes for requests for help.

  • Support businesses and industry to create a climate resilient economy, with a focus on local innovation and long-term sustainability.

    Build on business/council/government collaboration projects to create youth and senior people employment opportunities in Motueka.

    Collaborate with Nelson City Council and others to develop the proposed Climatorium, a centre for climate change solutions and innovation.

  • Commit to listen, consult and keep connected to the business community with a cultural of 'how can council help'.

    Advocate for streetscaping for Motueka to be brought forward as a matter of urgency to enhance Motueka as the gateway to the Abel Tasman.

    Partner and support the local secondary school and industries to create a trade pathway for young people in Motueka.

  • Create business-friendly policies and an enabling environment. Streamline compliance, especially for new and small businesses.

    Provide opportunities for young people so they see a future in Motueka. Decent jobs and affordable housing are essential.

    Revitalise the town centre and bring people back to support hospitality and retail. Our local businesses need us now more than ever.

  • I am here to be a voice for our community, if the community want improvements regarding the above I will advocate for them.

    It's about teamwork.

    Ensuring the three councillors and community board work together to achieve good outcomes for requests for help.

  • Support businesses and industry to create a climate resilient economy, with a focus on local innovation and long-term sustainability.

    Build on business/council/government collaboration projects to create youth and senior people employment opportunities in Motueka.

    Collaborate with Nelson City Council and others to develop the proposed Climatorium, a centre for climate change solutions and innovation.

  • Commit to listen, consult and keep connected to the business community with a cultural of 'how can council help'.

    Advocate for streetscaping for Motueka to be brought forward as a matter of urgency to enhance Motueka as the gateway to the Abel Tasman.

    Partner and support the local secondary school and industries to create a trade pathway for young people in Motueka.

  • Create business-friendly policies and an enabling environment. Streamline compliance, especially for new and small businesses.

    Provide opportunities for young people so they see a future in Motueka. Decent jobs and affordable housing are essential.

    Revitalise the town centre and bring people back to support hospitality and retail. Our local businesses need us now more than ever.