Selwyn District Council

Kā Puna Springs Ward
The Selwyn 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 ten councillors and the mayor. three councillors will be elected from the Kā Puna Springs ward. The other councillors will be elected from other wards or by all voters 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 Selwyn District Council election.

Transport

Helping communities get from A to B is a key responsibility of local government, from making sure the buses run on time to providing car parking and walking and cycling paths. Whether public transport is the responsibility of the regional or local council depends on where you are in the country. Local councils also own 87% of New Zealand’s roads.

Transport

Helping communities get from A to B is a key responsibility of local government, from making sure the buses run on time to providing car parking and walking and cycling paths. Whether public transport is the responsibility of the regional or local council depends on where you are in the country. Local councils also own 87% of New Zealand’s roads.

  • Lift repair standards and improve intersection safety measures to cut risks for drivers, cyclists and farm vehicles for safer rural roads.

    Upgrade urban planning for safe and connected pedestrian and cyclist movement and smooth traffic in fast-growing villages and towns.

    Extend and adapt bus routes for growing centres, linking Selwyn and the city for better accessibility, convenience and reducing congestion.

  • Prioritise road maintenance by expanding sealed resurfacing and partnering with NZTA for funding.

    Utilise transport technology like traffic sensors and connected signal controls to cut delays, optimise flow and enhance commuter efficiency.

    Extend bus services into Springs Ward by collaborating with Environment Canterbury for better regional connections.

  • Lift repair standards and improve intersection safety measures to cut risks for drivers, cyclists and farm vehicles for safer rural roads.

    Upgrade urban planning for safe and connected pedestrian and cyclist movement and smooth traffic in fast-growing villages and towns.

    Extend and adapt bus routes for growing centres, linking Selwyn and the city for better accessibility, convenience and reducing congestion.

  • Prioritise road maintenance by expanding sealed resurfacing and partnering with NZTA for funding.

    Utilise transport technology like traffic sensors and connected signal controls to cut delays, optimise flow and enhance commuter efficiency.

    Extend bus services into Springs Ward by collaborating with Environment Canterbury for better regional connections.