NZ Election 2026

Henderson electorate

Henderson covers Auckland’s western suburbs, including the areas of Rānui, Lincoln, and Swanson. The electorate has been re-formed for the 2026 election, having not existed since 1993. However, both the historical Henderson electorate and its predecessor Te Atatū and Kelston electorates were almost always held by Labour.

Henderson candidates

Explore the candidates in your area

Kay LUV

Independent

Nick Peirce

ACT Party

Alika Wells

Green Party

Almo Wong

Opportunity Party

David Wilson

NZ First

Phil Twyford

Labour Party

Angee Nicholas

National Party

John Divine Paola Talagi

Independent

Kelso Papali'i

Jobseeker Party

David Wilson

NZ First

Why I'm standing

I believe we are at a critical stage in New Zealand's development. We must rebuild our economy to provide prosperity for all. We can do it, we have been one of the most prosperous nations in the world and we can be again

About me

I am a New Zealand First List MP based in Henderson. I am currently a member of the Finance and Expenditure, and the Economic Development, Science and Innovation Select Committees. I have extensive public policy and economic development experience. I was on the Independent Advisory Panel for the Provincial Growth Fund, a Chair and fellow of Economic Development New Zealand and received their Distinguished Service Award in 2018. I am passionate about my local region.

My priorities

  1. Jobs for locals
  2. Housing affordability
  3. Strengthened primary healthcare

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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  • Voting day is Saturday 7 November

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

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  • Your party vote is the most powerful

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