Waipā District Council

Cambridge General Ward
The Waipā 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). Four councillors will be elected from the Cambridge 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 Waipā 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.

  • Support the reduction in the size of council down to 10 councillors and support and mentor any new councillors for this next term.

    Endorse the role of the Cambridge Community Board by establishing a mandate for greater localisation of council democratic processes.

    Maintain council transparency in all decisions by ensuring they are made in open session. Ensure there is meaningful public consultation.

  • Consult with the community when deciding extras above core activities.

  • Support the reduction in the size of council down to 10 councillors and support and mentor any new councillors for this next term.

    Endorse the role of the Cambridge Community Board by establishing a mandate for greater localisation of council democratic processes.

    Maintain council transparency in all decisions by ensuring they are made in open session. Ensure there is meaningful public consultation.

  • Consult with the community when deciding extras above core activities.