Ilam electorate

Ilam covers the area northwest of Christchurch and includes Avonhead, Bryndwr, Fendalton, Burnside and Upper Riccarton and part of Merivale. The seat is currently held by Labour's Sarah Pallett, who won comfortably with a margin of 3,463. In 2020, Labour won the greatest share of party votes in Ilam – 45% to National's 29%. Prior to 2020, National's Gerry Brownlee had held the seat since its establishment in 1996.

Raf Manji

The Opportunities Party (TOP)

| Not currently in parliament

Raf Manji

The Opportunities Party (TOP)

| Not currently in parliament

Why I'm standing

I'm committed to a better future for our younger generations. I want to make sure Christchurch has a strong voice in delivering positive and sustainable outcomes to enable a prosperous future for all.

About me

I've been serving my community for the last 20 years, both in the community sector and as an elected representative. My experience as a city councillor dealing with post-earthquake issues, floods, fires and the 15th March attack has given me a deep understanding of both local and central government. I will use that experience and commitment to deliver better outcomes for our city.

My priorities
  1. Kickstart the development of a new Comprehensive Cancer Centre.
  2. Deliver 150 new Community Police Constables for safer communities.
  3. Get funding for the Mass Rapid Transport plan for Christchurch.
Candidate list rank

1

Current role

Not currently in parliament

Before politics

City councillor

Residence

Ilam

Age

56

Year entered parliament

Not previously in parliament

2020 result

Did not stand

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Why I'm standing

I'm committed to a better future for our younger generations. I want to make sure Christchurch has a strong voice in delivering positive and sustainable outcomes to enable a prosperous future for all.

About me

I've been serving my community for the last 20 years, both in the community sector and as an elected representative. My experience as a city councillor dealing with post-earthquake issues, floods, fires and the 15th March attack has given me a deep understanding of both local and central government. I will use that experience and commitment to deliver better outcomes for our city.

My priorities
  1. Kickstart the development of a new Comprehensive Cancer Centre.
  2. Deliver 150 new Community Police Constables for safer communities.
  3. Get funding for the Mass Rapid Transport plan for Christchurch.
Candidate list rank

1

Current role

Not currently in parliament

Before politics

City councillor

Residence

Ilam

Age

56

Year entered parliament

Not previously in parliament

2020 result

Did not stand

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