Mackenzie District Council

Pukaki Ward
The Mackenzie 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 seven councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). three councillors will be elected from the Pukaki 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 Mackenzie 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.

  • Plan smarter zoning and land supply to balance growth, protect nature and keep towns liveable.

    Streamline building consents to cut delays and support quality, affordable housing developments.

    Support housing needs with affordable options, safe rentals and pathways out of homelessness.

  • Plan smarter zoning and land supply to balance growth, protect nature and keep towns liveable.

    Streamline building consents to cut delays and support quality, affordable housing developments.

    Support housing needs with affordable options, safe rentals and pathways out of homelessness.