Far North District Council
Environment
Local governments play a central role in protecting the environment, reducing waste and safeguarding biodiversity. The worsening state of New Zealand’s lakes and rivers is a major challenge for local councils, which work with regional councils in the management of water resources in their area.
Environment
Local governments play a central role in protecting the environment, reducing waste and safeguarding biodiversity. The worsening state of New Zealand’s lakes and rivers is a major challenge for local councils, which work with regional councils in the management of water resources in their area.
I have withdrawn my candidacy.
Focus on basics including street cleaning, graffiti removal, mowing and care of parks and open spaces.
Invest in wastewater infrastructure to prevent sewerage polluting local waterways, harbours and beaches.
Oppose reducing bin collection frequency as residents expect reliable services they already pay for.
Cut waste by continuing to back community education and developing incentives to reduce, reuse and recycle.
Protect water by using it wisely, managing demand and stopping pollution of rivers, streams and the environment.
Support local biodiversity and pest management projects to control pests and protect ecosystems so native species and whenua can thrive.
Develop more respect for the environment lived in by educating children on the value of caring for it.
Move away from the use of landfill sites to avoid continuing to bury waste in the ground, as future generations will carry the cost.
Support the construction of a waste incineration plant proposed in Kaipara District, as Switzerland uses this process successfully.
Strive for greater waste minimisation and focus more on reusable products rather than recyclable ones.
Work with Northland Regional Council to strengthen and integrate policies and action around weed eradication.
Manage water quality and preservation via the district plan and regional water and soil plan.
Recognise a bit of blurring of the lines regarding jurisdictional responsibilities of local authorities and regional authorities.
Support comprehensive waste minimisation and management plan with operational funding and support.
I have withdrawn my candidacy.
Focus on basics including street cleaning, graffiti removal, mowing and care of parks and open spaces.
Invest in wastewater infrastructure to prevent sewerage polluting local waterways, harbours and beaches.
Oppose reducing bin collection frequency as residents expect reliable services they already pay for.
Cut waste by continuing to back community education and developing incentives to reduce, reuse and recycle.
Protect water by using it wisely, managing demand and stopping pollution of rivers, streams and the environment.
Support local biodiversity and pest management projects to control pests and protect ecosystems so native species and whenua can thrive.
Develop more respect for the environment lived in by educating children on the value of caring for it.
Move away from the use of landfill sites to avoid continuing to bury waste in the ground, as future generations will carry the cost.
Support the construction of a waste incineration plant proposed in Kaipara District, as Switzerland uses this process successfully.
Strive for greater waste minimisation and focus more on reusable products rather than recyclable ones.
Work with Northland Regional Council to strengthen and integrate policies and action around weed eradication.
Manage water quality and preservation via the district plan and regional water and soil plan.
Recognise a bit of blurring of the lines regarding jurisdictional responsibilities of local authorities and regional authorities.
Support comprehensive waste minimisation and management plan with operational funding and support.
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