Committees

As a council we have to make important decisions about a broad range of services over a large geographical area. A committee meeting is one of the most effective ways to ensure these decisions are made publicly, fairly and on the basis of good advice.

Upcoming Committee Meetings

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  1. Community and Recreation Committee - 18 August

    18 Aug 2026 1:00pm

    Location

    • Council Chambers

    Other information

Audit and Risk Committee

The Audit & Risk Committee provides independent assurance and assistance to Council on risks, control and compliance framework and its external accountability responsibilities of this department. They oversee activity for our parks, reserves, faciities, public buildings and more.

Committee Members:

Chairperson: Councillor Jason Goldsworthy
List Members: Councillor Tim Bartle, Councillor Wendy Doody, Councillor Tim Fulton, Councillor Bruce McLaren, Councillor Joan Ward and Mayor Dan Gordon


Community and Recreation Committee

The Community and Recreation Committee provides independent assurance and assistance to Council on the activities of this department.  The committee oversees matters related to parks, reserves, playground, aquatic facilities, public  buildings and more.

Committee Members:

Chairperson: Councillor Brent Cairns
List Members: Councillor Wendy Doody, Councillor Bruce McLaren, Councillor Niki Mealings, Councillor Shona Powell, Deputy Mayor Philip Redmond and Mayor Dan Gordon


District Licencing Committee

Our aim is to make sure that people in the Waimakariri area can enjoy a safe and happy time in our district's alcohol establishments and to make sure everyone is upholding their legislative responsibilities.

The sale, supply and consumption of alcohol should be undertaken safely and responsibly, and the harm caused by the excessive or inappropriate consumption of alcohol should be minimised. The District Licensing Committee believes that the key to achieving the aims of the Act is in the promotion of responsible attitudes of both licensees and the public in achieving a mature approach to liquor consumption.

Committee Members:

The Waimakariri District Licensing Committee (DLC) is appointed by the Council and is an independent decision-making body, it is deemed to be a Commission of Inquiry. The DLC has the responsibility for the consideration of, and determination of all alcohol licence and certificate applications made under the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012 and the Council’s Local Alcohol Policy within the Waimakariri District.

Chairperson: Commissioner Neville Atkinson
List Members: Commissioner Jim Gerard, Councillor Wendy Doody, Councillor Jason Goldsworthy, Councillor Tim Bartle, Councillor Niki Mealings and Commissioner Philip Redmond

The Committee is established as required by section 186 of the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.

Contact details

If you require further information, or wish to make an enquiry relating to any District Licensing Committee decision, please contact:

District Licensing Committee Secretary
215 High Street
Private Bag 1005
Rangiora 7440

Hearings and Decisions

Hearings and decisions will be published on the Public Notices page as information is available. A list of unopposed application decisions is also available. The Alcohol.org.nz website has guides to assist anyone preparing for a District Licensing Committee hearing.

Annual Reports to Alcohol Regulatory and Licensing Authority

These can be found under the Plans, Reports & Strategies page.


District Planning and Regulation Committee

This committee covers policy and governance issues associated with district planning and regulation. This includes areas such as dog, building, and district bylaws. It also deals with emergency management issues such as civil defence.

Committee Members:

Chairperson: Councillor Niki Mealings
List Members: Councillor Brent Cairns, Councillor Jason Goldsworthy, Councillor Tim Fulton, Deputy Mayor Philip Redmond and Mayor Dan Gordon


Utilities and Roading Committee

The Utilities and Roading Committee provides independent assurance and assistance to Council on the activities of this department.  The committee oversees matters related to roads, stormwater and freshwater networks, significant infrastructure projects and more.

Committee Members:

Chairperson: Deputy Mayor Philip Redmond
List Members: Councillor Tim Bartle, Councillor Tim Fulton, Councillor Niki Mealings, Councillor Joan Ward and Mayor Gordon


Last reviewed date: 30 Jul 2026