Selwyn electorate

Selwyn is currently held by National's Nicola Grigg, who won comfortably with a margin of 4,968. In 2020, Labour won the greatest share of party votes in Selwyn – 42% to National's 34%. The seat was held by National’s first woman MP, Mary Grigg, from 1942-1943, after her husband, MP Arthur Grigg, was killed in the Second World War. The incumbent, Nicola Grigg, is the great-granddaughter of Mary and Arthur Grigg.

Luke Jones

Labour Party

| Not currently in parliament

Luke Jones

Labour Party

| Not currently in parliament

Why I'm standing

For us to have continued strong investment in education, health, and public services - we have to elect a Labour government. These areas of investment are so important for Selwyn being one of the fastest-growing regions in the country. We need to see positive growth in our district; rather than neglected schools, health facilities, and infrastructure. To see this positive growth we need a positive, future-focused, voice in parliament.

About me

Having lived in Rolleston; I've seen the growth we are experiencing first-hand and know what we need to be equipped for success. Alongside my community organising and business experience; I bring a fresh voice to politics. A voice that will fight hard for our people and ensure proper support is given to those who need it, and work to unlock our unlimited potential.

My priorities
  1. Provide targeted and credible cost of living support to those doing it tough in Selwyn.
  2. Continue investing in education across our district to equip our tamariki for success.
  3. Boost healthcare in the district and advocate for continued expansion of current services.
Candidate list rank

74

Current role

Not currently in parliament

Before politics

Business owner and Student

Residence

Christchurch

Age

20

Year entered parliament

Not previously in parliament

2020 result

Did not stand

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Why I'm standing

For us to have continued strong investment in education, health, and public services - we have to elect a Labour government. These areas of investment are so important for Selwyn being one of the fastest-growing regions in the country. We need to see positive growth in our district; rather than neglected schools, health facilities, and infrastructure. To see this positive growth we need a positive, future-focused, voice in parliament.

About me

Having lived in Rolleston; I've seen the growth we are experiencing first-hand and know what we need to be equipped for success. Alongside my community organising and business experience; I bring a fresh voice to politics. A voice that will fight hard for our people and ensure proper support is given to those who need it, and work to unlock our unlimited potential.

My priorities
  1. Provide targeted and credible cost of living support to those doing it tough in Selwyn.
  2. Continue investing in education across our district to equip our tamariki for success.
  3. Boost healthcare in the district and advocate for continued expansion of current services.
Candidate list rank

74

Current role

Not currently in parliament

Before politics

Business owner and Student

Residence

Christchurch

Age

20

Year entered parliament

Not previously in parliament

2020 result

Did not stand

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