Oxford-Ohoka Community Board

Ohoka-Swannanoa Subdivision
The Oxford-Ohoka Community Board represents your local community and advocates to Waimakariri District Council about local issues, including public transport and facilities such as libraries and parks. The board is made up of six members. Members are elected to represent different subdivisions within the community board area. Three members will be elected from your area. 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 Oxford-Ohoka Community Board 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.

  • Prioritise growth in and around existing urban areas and protect highly productive rural land.

    Support sensible development in areas with resilient infrastructure and minimal environmental impact.

    Support medium density housing that fits the character of a town and take on a bespoke view rather than one size fits all.

  • Prioritise growth in and around existing urban areas and protect highly productive rural land.

    Support sensible development in areas with resilient infrastructure and minimal environmental impact.

    Support medium density housing that fits the character of a town and take on a bespoke view rather than one size fits all.