Westland District Council

Hokitika Ward
The Westland 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 eight councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). Three councillors will be elected from the Hokitika 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 Westland 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.

  • Commit to council employing local candidates for council roles as much as possible through training and community engagement.

    Ensure that council focuses on its core roles as a priority before engaging in business development.

    Ensure that all important infrastructure projects have a full supporting business case and that the community is engaged.

  • Commit to council employing local candidates for council roles as much as possible through training and community engagement.

    Ensure that council focuses on its core roles as a priority before engaging in business development.

    Ensure that all important infrastructure projects have a full supporting business case and that the community is engaged.