Dunedin electorate

Dunedin covers most of central Dunedin and the western and northern hill suburbs. It includes Waikouaiti in the north and Port Chalmers and the Otago Peninsula in the east. The seat is currently held by Labour's David Clark, who won safely with a margin of 15,521. Clark is not standing again in 2023. In 2020, Labour won the greatest share of party votes in Dunedin – 55% to Green's 18%. Labour have held the seat for all but three years since 1928.

Cyndee Elder

New Conservatives

| Not currently in parliament

Cyndee Elder

New Conservatives

| Not currently in parliament

Why I'm standing

I want to be a voice for the underserved community. My goal is to advocate for those who have been marginalized and raise awareness about the needs and concerns of the in-need sector. I firmly believe in creating equal opportunities and establishing a society that is fair and just for everyone. By running for this position, I hope to bring positive change and make a difference in the lives of those who have been overlooked.

About me

I bring a unique perspective and experience to the table. As someone who has experienced firsthand the challenges and barriers faced by individuals in our social system, I understand the importance of addressing systemic issues. My innovative and traditional approach, coupled with my experiences as a sole parent beneficiary and a small business owner in the housing industry, will enable me to effectively represent the diverse needs and interests of the electorate.

My priorities
  1. Advocate for increased housing affordability and access to finance. Address the housing crisis.
  2. Reintroduce and promote self-sovereignty at a local level.
  3. Establish clear boundaries between social and political agendas.
Candidate list rank

7

Current role

Not currently in parliament

Before politics

Founder of Able Abodes

Residence

Green Island, Dunedin

Age

40

Year entered parliament

Not previously in parliament

2020 result

Did not stand

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Why I'm standing

I want to be a voice for the underserved community. My goal is to advocate for those who have been marginalized and raise awareness about the needs and concerns of the in-need sector. I firmly believe in creating equal opportunities and establishing a society that is fair and just for everyone. By running for this position, I hope to bring positive change and make a difference in the lives of those who have been overlooked.

About me

I bring a unique perspective and experience to the table. As someone who has experienced firsthand the challenges and barriers faced by individuals in our social system, I understand the importance of addressing systemic issues. My innovative and traditional approach, coupled with my experiences as a sole parent beneficiary and a small business owner in the housing industry, will enable me to effectively represent the diverse needs and interests of the electorate.

My priorities
  1. Advocate for increased housing affordability and access to finance. Address the housing crisis.
  2. Reintroduce and promote self-sovereignty at a local level.
  3. Establish clear boundaries between social and political agendas.
Candidate list rank

7

Current role

Not currently in parliament

Before politics

Founder of Able Abodes

Residence

Green Island, Dunedin

Age

40

Year entered parliament

Not previously in parliament

2020 result

Did not stand

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