Rangitīkei electorate
Rangitīkei covers much of the central western North Island, stretching from Levin in the south up to Feilding, Marton, and Taihape in the North. The seat is currently held by National’s Suze Redmayne, who was first elected in 2023 with a margin of 18,945. National won the party vote in 2023 with 41%, followed by Labour on 22%. The seat was held by Social Credit party leader Bruce Beetham between 1978 and 1984, which was the only time in the Labour-National era a minor party got into parliament until the introduction of MMP in 1996.
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Karl Severinsen
Why I'm standing
Growing up in rural Hawke's Bay in a single-parent home in the 80s and 90s wasn't always easy. I recalls the impact of Ruth Richardson's 'mother of all budgets' on my family and the questions it raised for me about the sort of society he wanted to live in. I have always been interested in politics. I want to be part of a government, that will put people at the heart of its decision-making.
About me
I have built a career fighting for the most vulnerable families in our communities, in uniform, in youth justice, and in mental health. I know what it means when the government cuts services, because I had to manage the consequences. I believe the partnership model can work successfully beyond social services, through centrally supported but locally delivered services and solutions for all New Zealanders.
My priorities
- Cost of iving is the biggest priority for this election. Everyone is doing it extremely tough.
- Healthcare and access to healthcare, including GPs and the services at the hosptial.
- Public transport options in parts of the electorate are woefully indaquate.
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