Get ready to vote – it's election year.
Your voting documents will be delivered by 22 September, and voting closes at noon on 11 October 2025.
Have a say on the people elected in our local body election.
Information and resources for those thinking of standing.
Key dates and activities for the 2025 local elections.
All enrolled electors have voting documents posted to them.
You need to be on the electoral roll to be eligible to vote.
Not sure which ward you're in? Find your voting area.
It's now or never – voters across Christchurch and Banks Peninsula have one week to cast their votes in the local elections.
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16 Sep 2025Voting papers for October’s local body elections will soon be arriving in the letter boxes of enrolled voters.
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Request, report and pay for Council services.
Apply for building and resource consents.
Manage your library borrowing.
Receive your rates invoice by email.
Book an indoor or outdoor space.
Take full control of your Rec and Sport membership.
List your events on What’s On Christchurch