Christchurch City Council

Cashmere 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 Cashmere 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.

  • Develop trails and parks that protect native habitats while encouraging low-impact activities like walking and cycling.

    Invest in our libraries, pools and community facilities.

    Support community and major events for the city.

  • Continue to ensure Christchurch is a vibrant city to live, work and play.

    Ensure better delivery and support of public facilities.

    Work with community to ensure liquor licensing decisions reflect the community's view.

  • Develop trails and parks that protect native habitats while encouraging low-impact activities like walking and cycling.

    Invest in our libraries, pools and community facilities.

    Support community and major events for the city.

  • Continue to ensure Christchurch is a vibrant city to live, work and play.

    Ensure better delivery and support of public facilities.

    Work with community to ensure liquor licensing decisions reflect the community's view.