Palmerston North electorate
Tangi Utikere
Labour Party
| MP for Palmerston North
Tangi Utikere
Labour Party
| MP for Palmerston North
Why I'm standing
It's been a real privilege to serve our community as it's local MP since 2020. This is the place that I am very proud to call my home; we have a lot going for us, and having a strong voice in parliament and government is really important!
About me
I'm proud of the strong connections I've built up as a member of our local community. Having my first term in Parliament under my belt; with our community's support, I look forward to continuing to be a strong voice at all levels of the decision-making process.
My priorities
- Support the cost of living through cheaper food, free dental care for under 30s, and free prescriptions.
- Continue to build more homes for those that need them.
- Investment in the Capital Connection and ensuring this remains on track and a focus.
Candidate list rank
25
Current role
MP for Palmerston North
Before politics
Deputy Mayor and teacher
Residence
Palmerston North
Age
43
Year entered parliament
2020
2020 result
Won Palmerston North
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Why I'm standing
It's been a real privilege to serve our community as it's local MP since 2020. This is the place that I am very proud to call my home; we have a lot going for us, and having a strong voice in parliament and government is really important!
About me
I'm proud of the strong connections I've built up as a member of our local community. Having my first term in Parliament under my belt; with our community's support, I look forward to continuing to be a strong voice at all levels of the decision-making process.
My priorities
- Support the cost of living through cheaper food, free dental care for under 30s, and free prescriptions.
- Continue to build more homes for those that need them.
- Investment in the Capital Connection and ensuring this remains on track and a focus.
Candidate list rank
25
Current role
MP for Palmerston North
Before politics
Deputy Mayor and teacher
Residence
Palmerston North
Age
43
Year entered parliament
2020
2020 result
Won Palmerston North
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