Waikato Regional Council

Hamilton General Constituency
The Waikato Regional Council makes decisions about managing resources in the region, such as air, water, soil and the coastline. It also carries out plant and pest control, helps prepare for natural disasters, and is involved in regional transport. The council is made up of 14 councillors. Councillors are elected to represent constituencies (areas in the region). Four councillors will be elected from the Hamilton constituency. 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 Waikato Regional Council election.

Transport

Helping communities get from A to B is a key responsibility of local government, from making sure the buses run on time to providing car parking and walking and cycling paths. Whether public transport is the responsibility of the regional or local council depends on where you are in the country. Local councils also own 87% of New Zealand’s roads.

Transport

Helping communities get from A to B is a key responsibility of local government, from making sure the buses run on time to providing car parking and walking and cycling paths. Whether public transport is the responsibility of the regional or local council depends on where you are in the country. Local councils also own 87% of New Zealand’s roads.

  • Critically evaluate the cost vs benefit of Te Huia. The intent is good, but it is very expensive. Is there a better way of doing this?

    Support improvements in roading throughout the Waikato, work with Waka Kotahi to identify useful work and lobby for funding from central.

    Critically evaluate the economics of the regional bus system. Are there better ways of transporting people beyond running empty buses?

  • Continue to advocate and plan for a transport network that is net-zero emissions and enables the choice of the right mode for the right journey.

    Enable the movement of both people and freight in a safe and efficient way. Advocate for rail freight where suitable.

    Design and deliver a transport network that is accessible, equitable, connected and safe for all users. Frequent bus services.

  • Commit to increasing public transport services and reliability in and around Hamilton to increase access to opportunities.

    Advocate for local councils to invest in decent bus stops and fully separated walking and cycling infrastructure to get around town.

    Promote more electrified interregional passenger rail options, eg to Tauranga and Wellington, by partnering with central government funds.

  • Maintain and promote public transport options.

    Enhance walking and cycling safety.

    Review dangerous intersections and roundabouts.

  • Critically evaluate the cost vs benefit of Te Huia. The intent is good, but it is very expensive. Is there a better way of doing this?

    Support improvements in roading throughout the Waikato, work with Waka Kotahi to identify useful work and lobby for funding from central.

    Critically evaluate the economics of the regional bus system. Are there better ways of transporting people beyond running empty buses?

  • Continue to advocate and plan for a transport network that is net-zero emissions and enables the choice of the right mode for the right journey.

    Enable the movement of both people and freight in a safe and efficient way. Advocate for rail freight where suitable.

    Design and deliver a transport network that is accessible, equitable, connected and safe for all users. Frequent bus services.

  • Commit to increasing public transport services and reliability in and around Hamilton to increase access to opportunities.

    Advocate for local councils to invest in decent bus stops and fully separated walking and cycling infrastructure to get around town.

    Promote more electrified interregional passenger rail options, eg to Tauranga and Wellington, by partnering with central government funds.

  • Maintain and promote public transport options.

    Enhance walking and cycling safety.

    Review dangerous intersections and roundabouts.