NZ Election 2026

Wigram electorate

Wigram covers the south-western suburbs of Christchurch, covering suburbs such as Wigram, Riccarton, Hornby and Sockburn. The seat is currently held by Labour’s Megan Woods, who was first elected in 2011. Woods won in 2023 with 15,590 votes. National won the party vote with 35%, followed by Labour with 29%. The seat is a traditional left-wing stronghold. First formed in 1969, it has only ever been won by a Labour candidate outside the years from 1996 to 2008 that was held by Alliance and Progressive party leader Jim Anderton.

Wigram candidates

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Dominik Yanzick

Labour Party

Laura McClure

ACT Party

Bryce Park

NZ First

Shreejan Pandey

Green Party

Tracy Summerfield

National Party

Dominik Yanzick

Labour Party

Why I'm standing

I'm running because I believe New Zealand works best when everyone has a fair chance to get ahead. Too many hardworking people are still struggling, and I'm not willing to stand by while that continues. I want to help build a government that rewards hard work, ensures public services are there when people need them, and leaves no one behind.

About me

I have chosen to make Wigram my home because it is a diverse, hardworking community where people care about their neighbours and want a better future for their families. I would bring practical experience from farms, factories and technology project management, alongside a commitment to listening and delivering results. I understand the pressures local people face and will be a strong, accessible advocate for affordable living, quality public services, good jobs and well-planned growth.

My priorities

  1. Ease cost pressures with cheaper healthcare, capped bus fares & support to lower power bills.
  2. Improve healthcare access so people can see a GP, get prescriptions and receive care when needed.
  3. Plan growth properly by matching new housing with roads, schools, transport and essential services.

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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  • Enrol to vote by Sunday 25 October

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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.

  • You get two votes

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  • Your party vote is the most powerful

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