NZ Election 2026

Coromandel electorate

Coromandel covers the Coromandel peninsula, the Hauraki district, and some of the Bay of Plenty, finishing at the edge of Tauranga. Its main population centres include towns such as Thames, Waihi, and Katikati. National’s Scott Simpson has held the electorate since 2011, being re-elected in 2023 with 24,914 votes. National also won the party vote in 2023 with 43% of the vote, followed by Labour on 20%. The seat has only ever been held by National in the modern era, barring a three year stint where former Green Party leader Jeanette Fitzsimon eked out a 200-vote victory (Labour did not campaign for the electorate vote that year).

Coromandel candidates

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Pamela Grealey

Green Party

Mike McCormick

ACT Party

Scott Simpson

National Party

Glen Bennett

Labour Party

Vincent ANDERSEN

NZ First

Steven Hart

Independent

Ray Cobb

NZ Outdoors & Freedom Party

Scott Simpson

National Party

Why I'm standing

I'm seeking re-election to continue to be Coromandel's strong voice in Parliament. It has been an honour to represent our electorate since 2011, and most recently as Minister for ACC, Commerce and Consumer Affairs, and Statistics, it remains my privilege to advocate for you. I love helping the families and all the people who make our electorate special. From Thames to Tairua, Katikati to Colville, my commitment to this region is as strong as ever.

About me

I'm fourth generation Coromandel. My great-grandparents arrived at Kuaotunu on the Coromandel Peninsula in the mid-1800s. I've been involved in politics and the National Party since my high school days. It's this mix of experience in life, business, the region, and politics that I think gives me the skillset required to represent Coromandel in our Parliament.

My priorities

  1. Advance the National-led plan to boost our local economy and create jobs in our region
  2. Roading resilience and infrastructure improvements
  3. Improved public services, Including health, education, and law & order

Get across the policies, candidates and parties

Don’t know who to vote for? Policy.nz is the complete guide to the 2026 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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