NZ Election 2026

Upper Harbour electorate

Upper Harbour covers the communities on both sides of Auckland’s Upper Harbour bridge, including suburbs such as Westgate, Tōtara Vale, and Hobsonville. It is held by National’s Cameron Brewer, who was first elected in 2023 with 21,498 votes. National won the party vote with 50%, followed by Labour with 22%. The electorate has the highest proportion of women who have exactly one child. Perhaps because of this, it also has the highest proportion of houses with three regular residents.

Upper Harbour candidates

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Romeo Tevaga

Opportunity Party

Bernadette Soares

NZ First

Panos Patros

ACT Party

Ryan Richards

Green Party

Cameron Brewer

National Party

Hannah Pia Baral

Labour Party

Jonathon Griffiths

Independent

Cameron Brewer

National Party

Why I'm standing

Our community deserves a strong, experienced local MP who gets things done. Since being elected in 2023, I've worked hard to deliver more classrooms, safer neighbourhoods and better public transport, including opening Westgate Bus Station as the first stage of the Northwest Busway, which National is committed to delivering. I want to build on that progress, continue advocating for local families and businesses, and build a better future for Upper Harbour.

About me

The Northwest of Auckland has been my home for over a decade, and my family loves what makes Upper Harbour special. Before entering Parliament in 2023, I ran two businesses, worked in communications and public relations, led the Newmarket Business Association, and served as an Auckland Councillor and transport chair. I've since chaired the Finance and Expenditure Committee and now serve as a Minister. I bring the experience and commitment to represent Upper Harbour effectively.

My priorities

  1. No new taxes and a stronger economy: Cutting wasteful spending so Kiwis keep more of what they earn
  2. Building the future for Upper Harbour: Delivering classrooms, transport and jobs for our community
  3. Safer communities and education: Backing Police, tackling crime and teaching the basics brilliantly

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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