The Northcote contenders
There are three seeking Labour’s nomination, and five (after pre-selection) seeking National’s nomination. They are:
Labour
- Shanan Halbert, 2017 candidate, head of relationships at Te Wanaga o Aotearoa, former parliamentary funded staffer
- Richard Hills, Auckland Councillor, popular with people on both left and right
- Paul McGreal
Halbert and Hills have similar demographic backgrounds.
National
- Dan Bidois, economist, works for Foodstuffs, has worked for OECD. Has an MPP from Harvard
- Danielle Grant, Chair Kaipatiki Local Board, marketing consultant
- Darren Ward
- Lisa Whyte, Chair Upper Harbour Local Board, accountant
- Simon Watts