Tasman District Council

Richmond General Ward
The Tasman District Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also passes local regulations and makes decisions about infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage, and about the region’s resources, including water, soil and the coastline. The council is made up of 14 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the district). four councillors will be elected from the Richmond 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 Tasman District Council election.

Recreation and culture

From parks and libraries to museums and art galleries, councils can be a key supporter of sporting, recreational and cultural events that bring communities to life. Community facilities, including sports grounds and town halls, are often owned and run by councils.

Recreation and culture

From parks and libraries to museums and art galleries, councils can be a key supporter of sporting, recreational and cultural events that bring communities to life. Community facilities, including sports grounds and town halls, are often owned and run by councils.

  • End the war on cars so families can access shops, sports, concerts and local events.

    Protect public access to coasts, reserves and Crown land so communities can enjoy them.

  • Launch an urban greening taskforce to add trees, parks and embed water-sensitive design in towns and villages.

    Promote community markets and festivals to celebrate local producers and attract visitors.

    Update alcohol policy to support cafes and bars in activating streetscapes and celebrating local products.

  • End the war on cars so families can access shops, sports, concerts and local events.

    Protect public access to coasts, reserves and Crown land so communities can enjoy them.

  • Launch an urban greening taskforce to add trees, parks and embed water-sensitive design in towns and villages.

    Promote community markets and festivals to celebrate local producers and attract visitors.

    Update alcohol policy to support cafes and bars in activating streetscapes and celebrating local products.