Gore District Council

Gore District At Large
The Gore 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 11 councillors and the mayor. This election is for the three councillors elected by all voters in the district. The other councillors will be elected to represent wards (areas in the district). 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 Gore District Council election.

Climate change and resilience

Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.

Climate change and resilience

Climate change poses a huge challenge for communities as more frequent extreme weather events require us to rethink how we live and where. Local authorities are at the forefront of efforts to respond, with responsibilities for environmental planning and regulation, as well as civil defence. Many councils have plans to reduce emissions in their area and are working to help their communities adapt to a warming world.

  • Transition the council's vehicle fleet to clean energy alternatives.

    Develop and implement a climate change strategy with regard to the land holdings and activities of the council.

    Advocate upstream land use and river management practices to lessen the impacts from flood events on the Gore District.

  • Ensure council is well prepared to respond to flood and drought events in our district.

    Work at the community's pace to respond to climate change issues.

    Take a pragmatic approach to earthquake strengthening and refitting historical structures.

  • Transition the council's vehicle fleet to clean energy alternatives.

    Develop and implement a climate change strategy with regard to the land holdings and activities of the council.

    Advocate upstream land use and river management practices to lessen the impacts from flood events on the Gore District.

  • Ensure council is well prepared to respond to flood and drought events in our district.

    Work at the community's pace to respond to climate change issues.

    Take a pragmatic approach to earthquake strengthening and refitting historical structures.