Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board

Spreydon Subdivision
The Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board represents your local community and advocates to Christchurch City Council about local issues, including public transport and facilities such as libraries and parks. The board is made up of nine members: six members elected by voters, including Two members from your area, and three members from the Christchurch City 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 Waihoro Spreydon-Cashmere-Heathcote Community Board election.

Jobs and economy

Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.

Jobs and economy

Many councils help support local business and economic development. Some promote tourism in their area, or provide business support services and grants.

  • Encourage youth employment and skills development through apprenticeships, internships and business partnerships.

    Invest in key infrastructure that enables growth for tourism, transport and commerce.

    Support local businesses by reducing unnecessary red tape and promoting shop local initiatives.

  • Continue supporting the living wage for council employees and contractors, as well as those who work for council's companies.

    Enhance suburban shopping areas to support local businesses, such as Selwyn St.

    Safeguard strategic assets, such as the port, airport, Orion and Enable, from being sold off or leased to foreign companies.

  • Encourage youth employment and skills development through apprenticeships, internships and business partnerships.

    Invest in key infrastructure that enables growth for tourism, transport and commerce.

    Support local businesses by reducing unnecessary red tape and promoting shop local initiatives.

  • Continue supporting the living wage for council employees and contractors, as well as those who work for council's companies.

    Enhance suburban shopping areas to support local businesses, such as Selwyn St.

    Safeguard strategic assets, such as the port, airport, Orion and Enable, from being sold off or leased to foreign companies.