Make sure you have your say on issues affecting the Horowhenua District by voting in the 2025 Local Body Elections. Voting is now open and closes at 12 noon on Saturday 11 October 2025.
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All Horowhenua District Council grants are decided upon through the Funding and Recognition Subcommittee of Council. This includes five nominated councillors with the delegated authority of the full Council.
The Creative Communities Scheme is awarded through the Creative Communities Committee, a group of creatively-minded locals on behalf of Creative NZ.
The Shannon Community Development Trust is awarded through a small committee of Shannon local residents on behalf of the Trust.