Get ready to vote – it's election year.
Voting opens on 9 September and closes at noon, Saturday 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.
As October’s local election approaches, voters can now find information about their candidates online.
25 Aug 2025Nominations have closed, and the names are in for October’s local body elections.
4 Aug 2025If you are still mulling standing in the October election, you have until noon next Friday to throw your hat in the ring.
25 Jul 2025Request, report and pay for Council services.
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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.
Take full control of your Rec and Sport membership.
List your events on What’s On Christchurch