Horowhenua District Council

Kere Kere General Ward
The Horowhenua 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 12 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). two councillors will be elected from the Kere Kere 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 Horowhenua District Council election.

Housing and planning

Local councils are responsible for land use planning under the Resource Management Act, which affects where and how new houses are constructed, as well as the design of cities and towns. In some areas, councils also provide housing to those who need it most.

Housing and planning

Local councils are responsible for land use planning under the Resource Management Act, which affects where and how new houses are constructed, as well as the design of cities and towns. In some areas, councils also provide housing to those who need it most.

  • Modernise zoning, design people-friendly streets and green spaces and complement the area being developed, including environment.

    Plan to lift housing quality so every home is warm, dry and safe, unlock ability for Māori land development and look after agricultural needs.

    Support faster, affordable, higher-quality builds on all land, assist whānau realise their aspirations and contribute infrastructure needed.

  • Provide ongoing support for organisations working with homelessness and ensure adequate affordable housing is available.

  • Modernise zoning, design people-friendly streets and green spaces and complement the area being developed, including environment.

    Plan to lift housing quality so every home is warm, dry and safe, unlock ability for Māori land development and look after agricultural needs.

    Support faster, affordable, higher-quality builds on all land, assist whānau realise their aspirations and contribute infrastructure needed.

  • Provide ongoing support for organisations working with homelessness and ensure adequate affordable housing is available.