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