NZ Election 2023

Wigram electorate

Wigram is currently held by Labour's Megan Woods, who won safely with a margin of 14,770. In 2020, Labour won the greatest share of party votes in Wigram – 55% to National's 21%. Before Woods, the seat was held by Jim Anderton of the Alliance and Progressive parties.

Wigram candidates

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Wiremu Thomson

Independent

Richard Wesley

Green Party

Tracy Summerfield

National Party

Christine Van Duivenboven

New Zealand Loyal

Blair Anderson

Aotearoa Legalise Cannabis Party

Debra Marie Cullimore

Leighton Baker Party

Tubby Hansen

NZ Economic Euthenics Party

Megan Woods

Labour Party

Geoff McTague

Independent

Ankita Lynn

ACT Party

Geoff McTague

Independent

Not currently in parliament

Why I'm standing

I do not believe New Zealand is the best country in the world. I wish I could believe New Zealand is the best country in the world, unfortunately the truth is we fail because our politics fails. People, such as myself should not have to travel to Australia to get timely and appropriate health care. Constitutional accountability will restore democracy and lift standards.

About me

I moved into Wigram in 1995 and have lived in the same house since, with my partner and our Gabbie, the bossy Jack Russell. My experience in politics is limited to being ignored about some really important issues. My professional experience is as an Electronic Engineer where being listened to is essential for efficient progress and to reduce the risk of errors, and I am too old to change.

My priorities

  1. The voters know so I will listen and learn then together we can address the core problems.
  2. Reinstate the practice of accountability, because accountability is fundamental to good governance.
  3. Happy healthy people though quality food and less pollution. Clean water, clean air, all for free.

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