Elections

Get ready to vote - it's election year.

It's time to make sure you're enrolled to vote and consider whether you'd like to stand for election. Voting opens from 9 September and closes at noon, Saturday 11 October 2025.

Candidate information

Find out about being an elected member.

Key dates and activities

Key dates and activities for the 2025 local elections.

Voting and special voting

All enrolled electors have voting documents posted to them.

Enrol to vote

You need to be on the electoral roll to be eligible to vote.

Find your voting area

Not sure which ward you're in? Find your voting area.

Past elections

Results and resources from previous Council elections.

Ready to vote?

Visit vote.nz to check and update your enrolment details.

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Candidate information session - Thursday 5 June

Thinking of standing for the 2025 elections? Head along to our Christchurch City Council candidate information session on Thursday 5 June at 6pm.

Hear from the Electoral Officer and Chief Executive, ask questions about the elections process and learn about representing your community.

The information session is in the Function Room, Level 1, Te Hononga Civic offices, 53 Hereford Street(external link)(external link).

Bookings are not required. Email elections@ccc.govt.nz if you need more information.

Candidate information session - Thursday 5 June

Thinking of standing for the 2025 elections? Head along to our Christchurch City Council candidate information session on Thursday 5 June at 6pm.

Hear from the Electoral Officer and Chief Executive, ask questions about the elections process and learn about representing your community.

The information session is in the Function Room, Level 1, Te Hononga Civic offices, 53 Hereford Street(external link)(external link).

Bookings are not required. Email elections@ccc.govt.nz if you need more information.



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12 Feb 2024

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26 Jan 2024

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