Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.
Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.
Realise the 'city in a park' vision to create greener sustainable urban environments.
Support local communities in raising climate change awareness and encouraging people to become involved in community initiatives.
Ensure better planning rules around building in flood prone areas – many parts of Halswell are flood prone.
Control weeds and maintain plants to reduce risk of fires.
Incorporate more bus lanes in the future. As our city keep expanding, we need to have more accessible and efficient public transport.
Realise the city in a park vision to create a greener, sustainable urban environment.
Ensure the council and regional council work together to future-proof our city for climate change.
Support making mass rapid transit public transport a reality for Christchurch. Advocate for improved public transport around Halswell.
Realise the 'city in a park' vision to create greener sustainable urban environments.
Support local communities in raising climate change awareness and encouraging people to become involved in community initiatives.
Ensure better planning rules around building in flood prone areas – many parts of Halswell are flood prone.
Control weeds and maintain plants to reduce risk of fires.
Incorporate more bus lanes in the future. As our city keep expanding, we need to have more accessible and efficient public transport.
Realise the city in a park vision to create a greener, sustainable urban environment.
Ensure the council and regional council work together to future-proof our city for climate change.
Support making mass rapid transit public transport a reality for Christchurch. Advocate for improved public transport around Halswell.
Compare the mayoral candidates in your area
Compare the candidates for your city or district council
Compare the candidates for your regional council
Compare the candidates for your local or community board