Hastings District Council

Takitimu Māori Ward
The Hastings 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 15 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). three councillors will be elected from the Takitimu 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 Hastings 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.

  • Cut waste with more compost, less landfill and a lot fewer single-use “just in case” plastic forks.

    Protect wai Māori like it is the last drop on earth – because one day it might be.

    Restore native habitats so tūī, kererū and people can thrive together without stepping on each other's toes.

  • Cut waste with more compost, less landfill and a lot fewer single-use “just in case” plastic forks.

    Protect wai Māori like it is the last drop on earth – because one day it might be.

    Restore native habitats so tūī, kererū and people can thrive together without stepping on each other's toes.