NZ Election 2023

Palmerston North electorate

Palmerston North is currently held by Labour's Tangi Utikere, who won safely with a margin of 12,508. In 2020, Labour won the greatest share of party votes in Palmerston North – 55% to National's 22%. Labour has held Palmerston North since 1978. The electorate has been a safe Labour seat since 1978.

Palmerston North candidates

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Douglas Begg

Animal Justice Party

Mike Harnett

ACT Party

Dean Grant

New Zealand Loyal

Ankit Bansal

National Party

Tangi Utikere

Labour Party

Teanau Tuiono

Green Party

Ankit Bansal

National Party

Not currently in parliament

Why I'm standing

Our country is going in wrong direction and current government's focus is not where it should be. People of Palmerston North deserve a hardworking MP who can strongly advocate for the community on issues like health, education, cost of living and law and order. I will be the voice Palmerston North needs in the next government.

About me

I will relentlessly work for the people of Palmerston North on issues like health, education, cost of living and law and order. I will be a highly visible and accessible representative and ensure that the taxpayers get the best value for their hard earned money.

My priorities

  1. Rebuild the economy to get cost of living under control.
  2. Attract and retain healthcare staff to solve the Palmerston North health crisis.
  3. Restore law and order so people can feel safe in their homes and businesses.

Get across the policies, candidates and parties

Don’t know who to vote for? Policy.nz is the complete guide to the 2023 general election. Compare the parties, candidates and policies to see where you stand.

Policies

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Candidates

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Parties

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Things to know...

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  • Voting day is Saturday 7 November

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  • Your party vote is the most powerful

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