Kelston electorate

Kelston covers the west Auckland suburbs of Avondale, Glen Eden, Rosebank, Sunnyvale and Waterview. The seat is currently held by Labour's Carmel Sepuloni, who won safely with a margin of 15,660. In 2020, Labour won the greatest share of party votes in Kelston – 62% to National's 17%. Almost half of people in Kelston identify as either Pasifika (24%) or Asian (22%). The electorate was created in 2014 when the Waitakere electorate was abolished and split into two new electorates, Kelston and Upper Harbour.

Jake Curran

ACT Party

| Not currently in parliament

Jake Curran

ACT Party

| Not currently in parliament

Why I'm standing

I am running for election because I believe in making a difference. I'm passionate about addressing crucial issues like affordable healthcare, quality education, and sustainable environmental policies. With my experience in both the public and private sectors, nothing makes me more satisfied than empowering people. Public service is my calling, and I'm dedicated to working for a better future for my constituents, offering fresh perspectives and practical solutions for Aotearoa.

About me

My track record showcases a consistent ability to deliver practical solutions that benefit all parties involved. I'm profoundly disillusioned by the performance of our current public servants, and this disappointment fuels my motivation to provide the quality and service we should rightfully expect. One of my strengths lies in bridging divisions and fostering unity within our communities, a source of great pride. I'm committed to working tirelessly to bring about positive change for all kiwis.

My priorities
  1. Deliver a functioning and sustainable economy that people feel proud and empowered to be part of.
  2. Take a tougher stance on crime with a vision for a safer country.
  3. Remove race-based polices and return Aotearoa to a united, cohesive and proud nation state.
Candidate list rank

42

Current role

Not currently in parliament

Before politics

No response provided

Residence

Kelston

Age

38

Year entered parliament

Not previously in parliament

2020 result

Did not stand

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Why I'm standing

I am running for election because I believe in making a difference. I'm passionate about addressing crucial issues like affordable healthcare, quality education, and sustainable environmental policies. With my experience in both the public and private sectors, nothing makes me more satisfied than empowering people. Public service is my calling, and I'm dedicated to working for a better future for my constituents, offering fresh perspectives and practical solutions for Aotearoa.

About me

My track record showcases a consistent ability to deliver practical solutions that benefit all parties involved. I'm profoundly disillusioned by the performance of our current public servants, and this disappointment fuels my motivation to provide the quality and service we should rightfully expect. One of my strengths lies in bridging divisions and fostering unity within our communities, a source of great pride. I'm committed to working tirelessly to bring about positive change for all kiwis.

My priorities
  1. Deliver a functioning and sustainable economy that people feel proud and empowered to be part of.
  2. Take a tougher stance on crime with a vision for a safer country.
  3. Remove race-based polices and return Aotearoa to a united, cohesive and proud nation state.
Candidate list rank

42

Current role

Not currently in parliament

Before politics

No response provided

Residence

Kelston

Age

38

Year entered parliament

Not previously in parliament

2020 result

Did not stand

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