NZ Local Elections 2025

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.

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Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.

  • Recognise Gore as a rural support town where thriving farmers help businesses do better and employ more people.

    Support farmers because the rural economy keeps Gore going.

    Support local businesses to thrive.

  • Cultivate a strong talent pool to make the Gore District a go-to destination for medium-sized businesses looking to thrive.

    Empower local businesses to thrive by providing tailored support to foster growth and development.

    Foster a supportive environment for local businesses to flourish.

  • Recognise Gore as a rural support town where thriving farmers help businesses do better and employ more people.

    Support farmers because the rural economy keeps Gore going.

    Support local businesses to thrive.

  • Cultivate a strong talent pool to make the Gore District a go-to destination for medium-sized businesses looking to thrive.

    Empower local businesses to thrive by providing tailored support to foster growth and development.

    Foster a supportive environment for local businesses to flourish.

Climate change and resilience

Climate change and resilience

Environment

Environment

Housing and planning

Housing and planning

Jobs and economy

Jobs and economy

Local democracy

Local democracy

Rates and revenue

Rates and revenue

Recreation and culture

Recreation and culture

Transport

Transport

Utilities and services

Utilities and services

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