Te Tai Tokerau electorate
Te Tai Tokerau is the northernmost Māori electorate. It covers the Northland region, Auckland’s North Shore and cuts through West Auckland suburbs. The seat is held by Mariameno Kapa-Kingi, who was first elected in 2023 as a member of Te Pāti Māori. Kapa-Kingi won with 10,428 votes and 26% of the party vote and is now running as the leader of Te Tai Tokerau Party, having fallen out with Te Pāti Māori leadership.
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Mariameno Kapa-Kingi
Why I'm standing
TTT deserves representation that is grounded in our communities and accountable to our whānau. Often our rohe appears higher in statistics reflecting hardship. We can change these realities through a dedicated TTT voice to secure funding, resources and the political attention our community deserves. Every decision I make will always be measured against whether our mokopuna will be better off. I am running to ensure TTT has a voice at the table, & the mandate to shape our own future.
About me
Born and raised in this rohe & bring more than 40 years of experience working alongside whānau, including frontline in health, Whānau Ora, suicide prevention, social welfare, Oranga Tamariki, Rape Crisis & CEO Te Aupōuri. I bring direct experience as Independent Member of Parliament for TTT. I understand that effective representation is built through relationships and credibility. I have the experience and grit that is needed to stand up for what TTT needs and to make sure our people are heard.
My priorities
- Strengthen whānau wellbeing by placing mokopuna, hauora & whānau at the centre of government decisions.
- Build warm, healthy and affordable homes.
- Protect our whenua, wai and moana.
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