Nelson Region
Councils of Nelson region
Nelson City Council covers all the Nelson region.
Representation reviews
All councils are required to review their representation arrangements (number of councillors, how they are elected etc.) at least every six years.
Nelson City Council reviewed its representation arrangements prior to the 2022 local authority elections.
As a result of appeals the Local Government Commission was required to determine the Nelson City Council's final proposal.
The council is required to undertake a further review of its representation arrangements prior to the 2028 local authority elections.
Local government reorganisation
The Local Government Commission is currently not considering any reorganisation initiatives or investigation requests relating to the region.
Read more information about each council through the following links: