Selwyn District Council

Explore alternative methods used overseas for building, including aerated concrete, to reduce time and cost and improve insulation in new buildings.

Encourage the use of rain water barrels and grey water to irrigate lawns and gardens as much as possible to preserve water supplies.

Eliminate plastic wrapping and packaging to reduce waste going into landfill.

Continue working with catchment groups, rūnaka and ECan to improve freshwater quality and investigate groundwater issues, such as nitrates.

Ensure that the builders yard at Pines Resource Recovery Park is actioned, diverting even more materials back into use rather than landfill.

Support indigenous biodiversity by maintaining old-growth bush and tussock, planting in reserves, and creating wetlands around Te Waihora.

Ensure that water is clean and safe for residents to drink.

Manage pest populations in an effective way.

Recycle and process waste with minimal effect on our environment.

Advocate for clean and safe water.

Reduce landfill use by promoting recycling and composting.

Invest in stormwater infrastructure and promote plantings, soak pits, storage dams, river flood banks and buffer zones to reduce flooding.

Review the waste management strategy to offset costs. Utilise Weightrax software data to investigate methane recovery initiatives.

Work with Government to remove chemical dosing from drinking water. Monitor, maintain and apply targeted treatments to reduce any risks.

Secure water supplies and eliminate the need for chemical treatment.

Reduce landfill waste by supporting personal responsibility.

Champion community-led efforts to control predators and restore native ecosystems.

Invest in wastewater infrastructure to prevent sewerage from polluting local waterways, harbours and beaches.

Oppose any plan to reduce bin collection frequency and ensure residents receive reliable services they already pay for.

Focus on the basics including street cleaning, graffiti removal, mowing and care of parks and open spaces.

Improve waste management by expanding recycling, reducing landfill use, and promoting composting in schools and community hubs.

Support community-led environmental projects where young people can learn, volunteer, and lead change.

Restore biodiversity by planting more trees and greenery for future generations to enjoy.

Control pests to protect native wildlife by supporting effective programmes that work with landowners instead of adding red tape.

Protect rivers and aquifers with practical water quality measures that safeguard drinking water without extra costs to families or farmers.

Reduce waste by promoting recycling, composting and reuse, supporting personal responsibility and local solutions.