NZ Election 2023

Waimakariri electorate

Waimakariri is currently held by National's Matt Doocey, who won by a narrow margin of 1,507 – one of the smallest margins in the country. In 2020, Labour won the greatest share of party votes in Waimakariri – 49% to National's 28%. The electorate was once held by former Labour prime minister Mike Moore.

Waimakariri candidates

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Gordon Malcom

DemocracyNZ

Ross Campbell

ACT Party

Dan Rosewarne

Labour Party

Matt Doocey

National Party

Leighton Baker

Leighton Baker Party

Dan Rosewarne

Labour Party

List MP

Why I'm standing

A cancer diagnosis several years ago made me see the health system from the 'inside'. It was going through that experience that made me want to give back and improve the public health system for everyday kiwis. As your MP I'll focus on today so we can build for tomorrow. This means focusing on the big issues with a back-to-basics approach!

About me

I'm a proud father, I'm a husband, I'm a tradie, I'm a cancer survivor, and until entering parliament 18 months ago, I was a soldier. But, most importantly, I stand here today feeling extremely privileged to serve the people of Aotearoa as a member of Parliament under Labour. I would love the opportunity to serve you for another term!

My priorities

  1. Ease the cost of living.
  2. Improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders.
  3. Improve housing for all New Zealanders.

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Things to know...

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