Information for Candidates

Nominations have now closed.

Nominations for the Western Ward By-election closed at 12pm on Thursday 16 March 2023. Click here to view the nominations received before the deadline.

• Pre Election Report

  A pre-election report is designed to promote informed discussion in the lead up to the local body elections in October.

  It outlines the key issues facing the Council and the district over the coming years and explains the Council's current financial position.

  The report is prepared by the Chief Executive independently of the current Mayor and councillors.

  Click here to view the pre-election report

• Resources for Candidates

  Information for Candidates

  • 2023 Candidate Information - Western Ward
  • Ashburton District Ward Boundaries Map
  • Ashburton District Council Pre-Election Report

  Further Reference

  • 2022 Local Elections Candidate Handbook
  • Taituarā & LGNZ Vote Local – Information for Candidates
  • Elected Member Remuneration 2022-23

  Official Notice of By-Election

  • First Notice of By-Election for the Western Ward
  • Further Notice of By-Election for the Western Ward

  Frequently Asked Questions

  • 2022 Frequently Asked Questions - Standing for Council in the Local Elections

  Campaigning and Advertising

  • Roadside Signage Guidelines from Waka Kotahi - NZTA
• Information Requested by Candidates

  When a candidate requests information from the Council, it is made available to all other candidates and linked below.

  • There are no current requests for information.