Central Hawke's Bay District Council

Rautahi Maori Ward
The Central Hawke's Bay 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 nine councillors and the mayor. one councillor will be elected from the Rautahi ward. The other councillors will be elected from other wards or by all voters in the district. 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 Central Hawke's Bay District 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.

  • Advocate for improved regional public transport links to Palmerston North and Hastings to reduce rural isolation.

    Improve road safety by working with NZTA, police, and schools on speed management, crossings, and driver education.

    Work with partners on airport and coastal transport planning to strengthen connections for freight, tourism, and emergency response.

  • Advocate for improved regional public transport links to Palmerston North and Hastings to reduce rural isolation.

    Improve road safety by working with NZTA, police, and schools on speed management, crossings, and driver education.

    Work with partners on airport and coastal transport planning to strengthen connections for freight, tourism, and emergency response.