Taieri electorate
Taieri (formerly Dunedin South) is currently represented by Labour's Clare Curran, who won comfortably with a margin of 8,717 and is not standing again in 2020. In 2017, Labour won the largest share of Dunedin South's votes – 48% to National's 36%. Boundary changes this year mean the electorate now includes South Otago, and no longer includes the Otago Peninsula.
My local priorities
Construct climate-safe homes to house our most vulnerable and adapt to rising sea-levels. Deliver cleaner, cheaper, smarter electricity to eliminate energy hardship and reduce emissions. Support our farmers to transition to regenerative and organic agriculture for low carbon, thriving rural communities. Why I’m running
I believe we have an opportunity and a duty to dial down the climate crisis. For the past 12 years I've managed an NGO working on local climate solutions together and I know there's no great technical barrier to reducing emissions and adapting to rising sea-levels. The barriers are political and social yet human creativity is a limitless resource and now is the moment to use that to our best ability. I bring passion, a sense of purpose and science-based policy for climate justice in Taieri.About me
I've been at the frontline of climate and social justice efforts for years now, learning what works and what doesn't. I grew up on a farm where you can't just whistle up help. I find practical solutions to even the most complex problems. I've recently overseen the construction of NZ's first climate safe house and have a wealth of community and industry experience in getting things done. I am passionate about finding sustainable and equitable solutions to include all communities in Taieri.Party list rank
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ManagerPlace of residence
WaitatiAge
51
My local priorities
Establish a Senior's Commissioner and overhaul the Retirement Villages Act 2003 and the Code of Practice 2008. Get rail running again in Dunedin and position Hillside as a national cross-sector specialist engineering hub. Create social housing solutions for flood affected areas of Taieri which future proofs them from climate impacts. Why I’m running
This election is incredibly important. Jacinda Ardern's Labour-led response to Covid-19 saved lives, livelihoods and our sense of community. Our biggest national issue now is when to open the borders, and I trust only Labour to make evidence-based decisions which put people first. Those who see the health and economic responses as separate issues will risk the lives of New Zealanders. Labour will lead a recovery that's fair to everyone and that will ultimately help close the inequality gap.About me
I'm a mother-of-three with proven experience in law, journalism and public service. I've owned my own small business and know the difference that stable leadership, health and safety, and economic security makes to our lives and our children's lives. My Dad's working-class background and values, and family involvement in the union movements that shaped NZ, make me proud to call Dunedin South home and to seek to represent the many diverse communities which live within the Taieri boundaries.Party list rank
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NZ and Pacific Director, British CouncilPlace of residence
South DunedinAge
52
My local priorities
Economic recovery: get our fair share of the opportunities and benefits. Support our primary sector and take the target off the backs of farmers. Housing: repeal the RMA and replace it so we can develop affordable, good housing across the Taieri electorate. Why I’m running
This is my home. I strongly believe Taieri deserves a strong, local champion to advocate hard in Wellington for our interests. Whether it is our rural communities who are the backbone of our economy, who feed us and the world, or our strong urban centres which have our small businesses, our hospitals and our schools, I want to represent the very best of New Zealand right here in Taieri.About me
I'm a born and bred Dunedinite and very proud southern man. I went to John McGlashan College and then got my law degree from the University of Otago. Dunedin is my home, it's where I grew up and I feel very strongly about having a strong voice for our area in Parliament. That's why it is such a huge privilege to be running for Parliament this election as National's candidate for the new seat of Taieri.Party list rank
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Senior AdvisorPlace of residence
DunedinAge
30
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My local priorities
Abolish carbon and methane taxes on farming. Institute a law to ban NZ carbon credits being traded outside NZ. Overhaul the RMA and other progress limiting acts, to ensure they are fit for purpose. Why I’m running
I believe New Zealand has a secret weapon for Covid-19 recovery – Its farmers and primary producers can feed the nations and bring wealth back to our nation. As a nation, we need a strong rural backbone and government policy must encourage and support this in every way possible. Successive governments have failed the primary industry. Rural communities have not been supported with adequate healthcare. Carbon and methane taxes are coming in. Farmers have been painted the villain by faux science.About me
I have worked all my life in rural communities throughout New Zealand. I have had experience at a management level in sheep, beef, dairy, deer, rural training and ag contracting industries. I have project managed dairy conversions and passed on my skills to the next generation of young farmers. I have also worked with disadvantaged youth in rural communities, so I am very aware of the challenges they face. I believe a strong family unit will give a child the best start possible.Party list rank
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Farm machinery sales managerPlace of residence
BalcluthaAge
39
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David Webber
Independent
Not currently in parliament
My local priorities
Establish a base for increased and ongoing productivity. Guide my constituents into change and a more environmentally sustainable future. Introduce ideas that should aid in a speedy recovery from Covid-19. Why I’m running
To get my views of a healthier and more sustainable New Zealand across.About me
I am inventive with a fertile imagination, and the solutions to New Zealand and the world's more pressing problems Party list rank
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Engineering and transportPlace of residence
AbbotsfordAge
58
Olivier Lequeux
Independent
Not currently in parliament
My local priorities
Rebuilding Beaumont Bridge is the link from Dunedin to Central Otago and currently unsafe for traffic. National education system is fundamentally flawed. Children need practical life skills. Woman and child healthcare improvement and extension of paid parental leave for the betterment of mother and child.
Why I’m running
My love for Dunedin and Otago runs through my veins. I have been motivated to stand by my passion for Dunedin and the region and concerns about the future of the country under Labour. We have National imploding and reverting to the past, I also see the Greens as having policies that are unworkable. I have no other alternative but to stand as an Independent.About me
My home is Dunedin. My heart is in Dunedin. My family lives in Dunedin. I want to cherish the region, Taieri, all over New Zealand. I am not a party soldier. I will be Dunedin's working man. I am a man of the people.
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Business ownerPlace of residence
St ClairAge
53
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My local priorities
Advocate for farmers: successive governments are literally destroying farming as a viable industry for private farmers in NZ. Advocate for freedom and rights: peoples' rights and freedoms are being systematically eroded.
Advocate for affordable housing - read Advance NZ's housing policy. Why I’m running
NZ needs a different kind of politics or we are going to lose this great country. I'm not a politician, but our country needs ordinary Kiwis to stand up right now and get things back how they need to be.About me
I'm a man of the land in NZ. A sheep shearer for more then 30 years, and shearing instructor, and also experienced with orchard management. Now I want to use that real life experience to work for and help the people of Taieri and NZ, to turn this thing around.
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60First entered parliament
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DunedinAge
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