Christchurch City Council

Burwood Ward
The Christchurch City 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 16 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the city). one councillor will be elected from the Burwood 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 Christchurch City Council election.

Recreation and culture

From parks and libraries to museums and art galleries, councils can be a key supporter of sporting, recreational and cultural events that bring communities to life. Community facilities, including sports grounds and town halls, are often owned and run by councils.

Recreation and culture

From parks and libraries to museums and art galleries, councils can be a key supporter of sporting, recreational and cultural events that bring communities to life. Community facilities, including sports grounds and town halls, are often owned and run by councils.

  • Invest in sporting facilities and recreation spaces that encourage active, healthy lifestyles for all ages.

    Support and encourage community events, festivals and cultural activities that celebrate diversity and bring people together.

    Upgrade and maintain local parks, pools, libraries and community halls so they remain safe, welcoming and accessible for everyone.

  • Invest in sporting facilities and recreation spaces that encourage active, healthy lifestyles for all ages.

    Support and encourage community events, festivals and cultural activities that celebrate diversity and bring people together.

    Upgrade and maintain local parks, pools, libraries and community halls so they remain safe, welcoming and accessible for everyone.