Christchurch East electorate
Helen Houghton
New Conservatives
| Not currently in parliament
Helen Houghton
New Conservatives
| Not currently in parliament
Why I'm standing
After teaching in NZ schools for 16 years I was concerned about how our education sectors are being politicised by unsound policy. Appalled by the increasing overreach of this current government in every area of our lives from controlling the water, our education centres right through to our speech, I welcome this opportunity to serve the party and the nation. I want NZ to be free from government overreach and to be able to smile again.
About me
I am a driven, competent, passionate, and strong leader. I am the founding director of a charitable trust helping to empower and equip all people to achieve their goals. I have petitioned the government, been part of select committees, and have a citizens-initiated-referendum to stop teaching children unscientific gender ideology. I am a Law student passionate about human rights. I want to ensure all lives are protected and people are free to thrive.
My priorities
- Support local businesses to thrive. Bring people back into our beautiful eastside.
- Provide more support for the grassroots organisations that help our community to be safe.
- Work alongside other leaders in our community to reduce crime and help the victims of crime.
Candidate list rank
1
Current role
Not currently in parliament
Before politics
School Teacher/Foster Care
Residence
Christchurch East
Age
56
Year entered parliament
Not previously in parliament
2020 result
5th in Christchurch East
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Why I'm standing
After teaching in NZ schools for 16 years I was concerned about how our education sectors are being politicised by unsound policy. Appalled by the increasing overreach of this current government in every area of our lives from controlling the water, our education centres right through to our speech, I welcome this opportunity to serve the party and the nation. I want NZ to be free from government overreach and to be able to smile again.
About me
I am a driven, competent, passionate, and strong leader. I am the founding director of a charitable trust helping to empower and equip all people to achieve their goals. I have petitioned the government, been part of select committees, and have a citizens-initiated-referendum to stop teaching children unscientific gender ideology. I am a Law student passionate about human rights. I want to ensure all lives are protected and people are free to thrive.
My priorities
- Support local businesses to thrive. Bring people back into our beautiful eastside.
- Provide more support for the grassroots organisations that help our community to be safe.
- Work alongside other leaders in our community to reduce crime and help the victims of crime.
Candidate list rank
1
Current role
Not currently in parliament
Before politics
School Teacher/Foster Care
Residence
Christchurch East
Age
56
Year entered parliament
Not previously in parliament
2020 result
5th in Christchurch East
Connect via
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