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

Megan Woods

Labour Party

MP for Wigram

Why I'm standing

The last few years have been hard, and I know a lot of people are finding it tough right now. We've gotten through by working together and we need keep doing this as we tackle challenges like the cost of living, child poverty and climate change. I'll advocate for practical measures like removing GST on fruit and veges; lunches in schools, free public transport for kids; providing cheaper childcare, and continuing to boost incomes.

About me

It's a privilege to represent the community I grew up and am proud to call my home. This place gave me a great start in life, and I want that for all our young people. Before becoming the MP for Wigram, I worked in technology commercialisation helping businesses innovate. I love our communities. My goal is to ensure that every person, regardless of where they start in life, is able to reach their full potential.

My priorities

  1. Support families with practical policies to ease cost of living pressures on household budgets.
  2. Ensure that local people feel safe through tackling the causes of crime.
  3. Tackle the challenges of climate change, housing and a growing economy that provides well-paid jobs.

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