Ever wondered where all the names for roads and streets in the Waimakariri District come from - or who makes the decisions? Well, for the most part, it is up to the residents and ratepayers to decide.
This is an extract from the September 2024 e-Newsletter
The Council has a Naming Policy, which describes how it allocates names to new roads, streets, parks, reserves, and council-owned assets. The Policy aims to ensure that the names of public infrastructure, Council assets and facilities reflect the identity of the Waimakariri District.
If members of the public have suggestions of names that they would like to see used in new subdivisions and developments around the District, they are welcome to contact the Council’s Governance Team at com.board@wmk.govt.nz. The Governance Team will vet the proposed names and ensure that they comply with the Council’s Naming Policy and are not already used within the district. It’s important that the names do not cause confusion with existing names in the Waimakariri District or neighbouring districts—e.g., we don’t want two Blackett Streets in Rangiora!
When considering Māori naming for roads, streets, parks, reserves, and facilities, the Council always seeks to work with Te Ngāi Tūāhuriri Rūnanga to select suitable options that tell the story of Waimakariri and reflect the district’s natural and cultural heritage. Once the vetting process has been completed, the Governance Team will present suggested names to the Community Board relevant to the ward where the new street or development is located for consideration.
The Council’s four Community Boards have delegated authority to name new streets and roads and alter existing street names within their respective wards. All approved names are included in the Council’s Pre-approved Naming List, which is provided to Council staff responsible for naming roads and Council resources. The Council’s Pre-approved Naming List is also made available to developers of new subdivisions to select names for infrastructure.
When selecting road names, the Community Board considers many factors to ensure that the names pay homage to the area's historic locations, people, and culture or reflect local flora, fauna, and topographical features.
Right now, there are a number of developments around the district which require new street names. The Community Boards would love to hear your suggestions.
Share your ideas to the community board
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