Gore District Council

Gore Ward
The Gore 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 11 councillors and the mayor. five councillors will be elected from the Gore 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 Gore District Council election.

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.

  • Make it easier for rivers to be maintained from gravel buildup.

    See proper recycling reintroduced to Gore.

    Support local rural catchment groups who care for and help protect waterways.

  • Advocate for improved services from Environment Southland, ensuring rural communities receive the support they deserve.

    Ensure drinking water supplies meet the required standards and are fit for their intended purpose.

    Prioritise the reuse and recycling of waste materials to minimise waste and promote sustainability.

  • Make it easier for rivers to be maintained from gravel buildup.

    See proper recycling reintroduced to Gore.

    Support local rural catchment groups who care for and help protect waterways.

  • Advocate for improved services from Environment Southland, ensuring rural communities receive the support they deserve.

    Ensure drinking water supplies meet the required standards and are fit for their intended purpose.

    Prioritise the reuse and recycling of waste materials to minimise waste and promote sustainability.