NZ Election 2023

Rangitata electorate

Rangitata is currently held by Labour's Jo Luxton, who won comfortably with a margin of 4,408. In 2020, Labour won the greatest share of party votes in Rangitata – 48% to National's 31%. Rangitata was first established for the 1887 election, but was abolished in 1896 and not reestablished until 2008.

Rangitata candidates

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Robert Ballantyne

NZ First

Jo Luxton

Labour Party

Dolf van Amersfoort

New Nation Party

Michael Clarkson

Rock the Vote NZ

James Meager

National Party

Karl Thomas

New Conservatives

Barbara Gilchrist

Green Party

Wayne Shearer

New Zealand Loyal

Barbara Gilchrist

Green Party

Not currently in parliament

Why I'm standing

I am representing many of those in our Rangitata community who care about environmental sustainability and social justice, because we, like all of Aotearoa, need our next government to take bold action on climate change, rebalance wealth and protect nature. With strong Green Party representation in parliament we can support farmers to transition to more sustainable methods, ensure everyone has enough to live on and building thriving, climate-resilient communities.

About me

I've been lucky enough to live, work and play in our community for more than 20 years. With a background in health and conservation, I've made connections with many different parts of the community however wellbeing of people and planet has been a common thread throughout my working, volunteering and governance roles.

My priorities

  1. Provide a guaranteed income of at least $385 a week for students and people who are out of work.
  2. Introduce the New Zealand Dental Service so everyone can see the dentist when they need to.
  3. Support farmers to transition to more sustainable agricultural production with financial mechanisms.

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

    Head to your nearest voting place on the day, or vote early from 26 October.

  • You get two votes

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  • Your party vote is the most powerful

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