Waikirikiri Ki Tua Future Selwyn

THIS CONSULTATION IS NOW CLOSED

Waikirikiri Ki Tua Future Selwyn is our vision and aspiration for the Selwyn district for the next 50 to 100 years.

Waikirikiri Ki Tua Future Selwyn captures our long-term strategic approach for intergenerational wellbeing, sustainability, resilience, growth, change, and development in Waikirikiri Selwyn.

This future-focused strategy looks ahead 50-100 years and is our vision and aspiration for Waikirikiri Selwyn. It includes a strategic framework that will guide where and how we grow into the future, the work we do and the projects we deliver for our communities.

This means Waikirikiri Ki Tua Future Selwyn will shape the feel of our neighbourhoods, the efficiency and sustainability of our transport options, the wellbeing and vitality of our communities and businesses, the integrity of our natural environment and the resilience of our infrastructure.

Introduction from Mayor Sam Broughton

Waikirikiri Selwyn is a special place, and we’ve seen in the last few years that more and more people are waking up to that and want to take advantage of the great location, lifestyle, and amenities we have here.

In fact, the latest census data shows us that Waikirikiri Selwyn is the fastest growing district in the country with a 29% increase in resident population between 2018 and 2023. The district’s population is projected to hit 140,000 as early as 2050, so the Council has created this long-term strategic vision – Waikirikiri Ki Tua Future Selwyn – to navigate this incredible growth.

With this growth comes exciting challenges. We must now plan ahead to protect the things that people treasure about our district while planning for and managing this increasing growth. We must continue to build community and make sure we create a special place for ourselves and our future generations to thrive.

Waikirikiri Ki Tua Future Selwyn is our roadmap for the future and now we want to hear your thoughts on it.

As the fastest-growing district in the country, Waikirikiri Ki Tua Future Selwyn is vital to making sure our district grows in a way that benefits everyone for generations to come. It's about building vibrant, resilient communities that are well-connected and in tune with our natural environment. This strategy will help us embrace new opportunities and innovations while celebrating our heritage. It's our roadmap to a future where everyone in Selwyn can thrive.

Sam Broughton
Mayor of Selwyn

What you told us

We have developed the Waikirikiri Ki Tua Future Selwyn strategy based on findings from community input that informed the Greater Christchurch Spatial Plan, and previous engagement as part of our Long-term Plans (2021-31 and 2024-34).

Your feedback has been vital in developing this strategy. You told us you valued strong planning to enable smart growth, being proactive to prepare for growth, to protect our unique environment and lifestyle, and connect our communities.

Waikirikiri Ki Tua Future Selwyn now offers an evidence-based strategic framework tailored for the Selwyn region, detailing its pathway for sustainable growth and development into the future.

We want to hear from you

We now want to know what you think of our Waikirikiri Ki Tua Future Selwyn strategy and whether we’re on the right track with our vision for the district’s future.

This is your opportunity to share your views with us. We want to hear whether the vision for your future Selwyn is reflected in our strategy and if you agree with our direction for township growth and connection. We welcome your additional comments on any aspects you think are missing from our strategy and anything else you’d like to give feedback on.

Your feedback will be considered to help us finalise our strategy and guide the development of three Area Plans that will be brought back to community for consultation later in the year.

Please take the time to explore the Waikirikiri Ki Tua Future Selwyn website and when you’re ready you can begin your online submission by clicking the survey button below.

If you need any help with your submission, or require a paper submission form, please email communications@selwyn.govt.nz

What we’re consulting on

We want to share with you our vision for Waikirikiri Selwyn.

The Waikirikiri Ki Tua Future Selwyn strategy is made up of the following four sections and we will be asking you to provide your thoughts on them.

Te Aka ā-Rautaki | Strategic Framework

The strategic framework sets out our aspiration for Waikirikiri Selwyn over the next 50-100 years. This is guided by a vision, spirit, strategic outcomes and directions. We want to know whether you think we’ve captured all the things that make Selwyn liveable, prosperous and connected, and whether our vision aligns with your hopes for our district of the future.

Kā Whakaarotau ā-Rautaki | Strategic Priorities

Our six strategic priorities will set out where we will focus our efforts in order to reach our vision and deliver on outcomes of our Strategic Framework. These priorities will guide detailed spatial planning as part of the Waikirikiri Ki Tua Future Selwyn Area Plans. We want to know if you think we’ve captured the key priorities that will help us achieve our vision.

Te Ahuka ā-Āhua Tāone | Urban Form Direction

Our Urban Form Direction will set out where our buildings will go and how they are laid out. This will include housing types, street types and how they sit in the environment. It includes the location, density and design of homes, workplaces, schools, parks and other community facilities, as well as the transport networks that connect them. We want to know your thoughts on the vision for our future towns and neighbourhoods, and how they will be connected.

Te Kiteka Takiwā | District Picture

Our district picture is an interactive map that visually shows how our Waikirikiri Ki Tua Future Selwyn Strategic Framework will be put into action. This map gives an overview of the planned direction for our all of Waikirikiri Selwyn and we want to know if this big picture aligns with your views and ideas for Selwyn’s growth and development.

Our consultation

This is your opportunity to share your views with us on our vision. We want to hear what you support, as well as things you think we could do differently. We also welcome your comments on other areas you think the Council should focus on. Your feedback will be considered as part of our decision-making on the Waikirikiri Ki Tua Future Selwyn strategy.

Waikirikiri Ki Tua Future Selwyn will be housed on an interactive, live web-based platform. This innovative tool allows people to explore how the strategy will guide future growth, the vision for our townships, and their connectivity. Users can also adjust data to see the potential impacts of changing population and view scenarios based on a changing climate. Please take the time to explore the platform or consultation document(External link) and when you are ready you can begin your online submission below.

From 1 July until 4 August, Selwyn communities will be able to have their say on the strategic framework of Waikirikiri Ki Tua Future Selwyn and give feedback on whether the proposed vision aligns with their desires and needs for Selwyn into the future.

Findings will then inform the spatial direction for area plans that will be brought back to the community for feedback later in the year.