Elected member for this seat in the current Parliament. Seat held by National; current representation being confirmed. Open their profile for background, promises and coverage.
Former Labour MP who served two parliamentary terms from 2017–2023; Papakura mother, grandparent, community leader and E tū union member with legislative and advocacy experience.
Priorities: Jobs, health, homes, fair wages, safe work, affordable living, youth opportunity, community safety and visible practical representation for Papakura’s Māori, Pasifika and diverse working families.
Former Auckland councillor with 18 years in local government, including leadership of planning and community committees.
Priorities: Climate action, homelessness, transport-emissions reduction, Māori outcomes, equity and pragmatic local delivery.
Former teacher, social-investment practitioner and senior education-policy adviser.
Priorities: Education reform, social investment, higher productivity, jobs, wages and lower price pressure.
WITHDRAWN 26 August 2026 — former NZ First Papakura candidate and business/community figure.
Priorities: No longer contesting the electorate; retained as a historical candidate record after his confirmed withdrawal.
ACT Papakura candidate with an official party profile and South Auckland campaign role.
Priorities: Small business, community safety, individual responsibility and efficient government.