NZ Local Elections 2025

Katikati Community Board

The Katikati Community Board represents your local community and advocates to Western Bay of Plenty District Council about local issues, including public transport and facilities such as libraries and parks. The board is made up of five members: four members elected by voters, and one member from the Western Bay of Plenty District Council.  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 Katikati Community Board election.

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Climate change and resilience

Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.

Climate change and resilience

Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.

  • Focus on water resilience including flooding, wetlands and coastal erosion and implement appropriate planning and investment.

    Mitigate flooding through using permeable surfaces and wetlands to allow water drainage.

    Reduce the number of pesticides in use that pollute soil and waterways and look for sustainable alternatives.

  • Commit to council operations being carbon neutral by 2030 to lead on climate action.

    Plant trees and restore wetlands.

    Strengthen key community buildings in Katikati for use as civil defence hubs during emergencies.

  • Focus on water resilience including flooding, wetlands and coastal erosion and implement appropriate planning and investment.

    Mitigate flooding through using permeable surfaces and wetlands to allow water drainage.

    Reduce the number of pesticides in use that pollute soil and waterways and look for sustainable alternatives.

  • Commit to council operations being carbon neutral by 2030 to lead on climate action.

    Plant trees and restore wetlands.

    Strengthen key community buildings in Katikati for use as civil defence hubs during emergencies.

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Climate change and resilience

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Jobs and economy

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