My statement following the robbery at Dicey Reilley’s in Lynfield.

My weekend bike ride this week was to go and check out the newly opened Whau Pathway which comes off the north-western shared pathway at Te Atatu along the Whau river.1/3

As usual CultureFest 2026 was an incredible display of everything great about our city. Incredible food, performances, and people from all over came together today to celebrate the diversity that gives us our strength.

My Mt Roskill campaign is focussed on getting out on the ground and meeting as many people face to face as possible. This is the best way to understand the issues in our community. 1/3

I’ve had recreational fishers on Mt Roskill doorsteps tell me how angry they are about Govt plans to remove size limits among other changes as part of a sweetheart deal with the commercial sector. Following huge pressure from Labour and rec fishers the proposal is now binned.

The clean car discount was making New Zealand’s vehicle fleet cleaner, cheaper to run, and helping us to be more resilient in an unstable world. Its cancellation was a massive own goal by the Luxon Government and is now seriously costing New Zealand.

Just back from visiting Mt Roskill & Avondale fire stations to show my support for striking professional fire fighters. Safe fire trucks, enough gear to do the job, and fair pay are not too much to ask for the people who keep us safe. Time for the govt to listen & show some leadership.

Join us at the May Road Primary School Hall this Thursday from 6pm - 7pm for our Roskill South Public Meeting! See you there.

A nice walk today in the middle of a pretty full on weekend of campaign activity. This one went from Waikowhai through Keith Hay Park to a number of Three Kings Parks and then on to beautiful Monte Cecilia Park. A stunning autumn day. 1/2

It was great to hit the streets during our Roskill South Day of Action and speak to residents across the area about the importance of enroling to vote, and Labours vision for an affordable New Zealand where everyone can get ahead.

Here is a really interesting and positive piece of reporting about our local community of Blockhouse Bay. The story talks to local people about what has changed in the community over the years, and what people love about the area. www.1news.co.nz/2026/03/17/w...

My Sunday morning ride today was a nice loop through Cornwall park where there were huge numbers of people out enjoying the glorious autumn weather, then through Newmarket and up to K-Rd and the new Gt North Rd cycleway (great steak n cheese pie halfway along). 1/2

Today marks seven years since one of the darkest days in New Zealand’s history. Fifty one men, women, and children were killed in a calculated terrorist attack that targeted our Muslim community and was designed to tear our country apart. 1/3

I’ve been out in Three Kings with our team over the past week helping people get enrolled to vote. I picked up 5 more enrolments on Sunday afternoon including a couple of first time voters. We want everyone to have their say this year so let me know if you need help checking your enrolment details.

It’s the month of Ramadan, and I appreciated being invited to join the Bangladesh Association New Zealand Inc. (BANZI) yesterday for a wonderful gathering of reflection, unity, and community spirit.1/3

Felt truly blessed to be at today’s Sri Sudarshana Narasimha Isti. Grateful for the prayers and the love of our Telangana and the wider community.

International Women’s Day is a day of celebration & acknowledgment, but also a time to focus on the work still to be done. With Pay Equity stripped away over the past year we are reminded of the need to keep organising for change. Happy International Women’s Day!

My weekend walk this morning was along the Waikowhai Coast which has long been a very special place for me. A lovely clear morning with stunning views out over the Manukau. I made my way to where Friends of Wairaki Stream had organised a volunteer cleanup which I was able to join in for. 1/2

This evening we held the second public meeting of our campaign in Three Kings. It was great to hear from, and speak to people about how we can help make New Zealand a more affordable country for all. Thank you to everyone who came out, and to all our Mt Roskill Labour volunteers for helping today.

Hear from Malcolm Rundle, one of the original tenants from the 580 Hillsborough Rd development.

While this Government makes it as hard as possible for our communities to vote, we’re heading to Roskill South for another Day of Action to enrol as many people as possible to vote, and we need your help! We’re going to doorknock, phonebank, run enrolment stalls, and more.

🧵Good statement from Chris Hipkins below regarding the alarming situation in Iran. Both the brutal repression of its people by the Iranian government, and the attacks on Iran by Israel and the USA are clear breaches of international law. 1/3

#nzpol #nz #politics #newzealand #aotearoa

We’ll be at the Arthur S Richards Memorial Park in Three Kings this Saturday with snacks, drinks, activities, and everything you need to check your eligibility and enrol to vote. Details below, come along!

The senior state housing at 580 Hillsborough Rd was a special place for lots of people. I visited the site with Phil Goff to talk about some of his memories of the place while he was MP for Mt Roskill.

20 years later, Councillor Goldsmith (now Minister) finally got his wish, he gets to see homeless people arrested. www.rnz.co.nz/news/nationa...

This week saw another attack on the NZ Indian community by a senior Government Minister. Shane Jones talks about our Indian community like they are an external threat, not as a positive part of our community who have contributed over many generations here in Mt Roskill and across our country. 1/2

Pleasure to attend @garypayinda.bsky.social campaign launch yesterday, an awesome turnout and I had the privilege of running as auctioneer. Congratulations to Team Whangārei for pulling together such a strong start. The vibe was absolutely electric. Wishing you all a successful campaign ahead.

"It's sad but true to say, but Winston Peters and NZ First simply cowered behind the ACT Party during this process and should not be taken seriously as representing any workers' interests whatsoever." #nzpol

With unemployment rising, health services struggling, and young people fleeing NZ we should see this most recent attack on our Indian community for what it is - the ageless, wretched use of blame and distraction by a cynical populist. (1/2)

I’ll be in Blockhouse Bay next Thursday for a public meeting. Come along! Details in the post.

Happy Chinese New Year | Gong Xi Fa Cai! It was wonderful to join our Chinese community for a spectacular New Year symphony concert. Events like this remind us how music brings people together and reflects the vibrant diversity of our country. (1/2) #nzpol #aotearoa #newzealand #nz #politics

Great to help open Istanbul Halal Meat & Groceries at the Mt Roskill shops yesterday. Istanbul is a new life for the long-standing butchers shop; under new owners and with a wide variety of items available including meat, snacks, cooking supplies, and beautiful handcrafted items. (1/2) #nzpol #nz

One of the many friends I’ve made doorknocking.

I’ll be at the Chilli Bar and Cafe from 10am - 11am tomorrow, Saturday 14th, to meet with locals in Lynfield. Drop in for a chat about the issues that matter to you! #nzpol #nz #aotearoa #newzealand #politics #mtroskill #mountroskill #auckland

Some great chats in Blockhouse Bay as we get on with our mission of hitting every street in the electorate. Thank you as always to our incredible volunteers for leading the charge as we win back Mt Roskill! #nzpol #nz #aotearoa #newzealand #politics

Come join me for a coffee in Lynfield at the Chilli Bar and Cafe this Saturday 14th from 10-11am. We can chat over a coffee about local issues like Seniors Housing at 580 Hillsborough Rd, other local Lynfield issues, the cost of living, health, jobs, or anything else that you want to see action on.

Phil Goff has served New Zealand with distinction for decades, but his heart has always been in Mt Roskill. He’s a mentor, a good friend, and I’m grateful to have his support and endorsement to win back Mt Roskill this year. Thanks Phil! #nz #nzpol #newzealand #aotearoa #kiwi

Whether it's a levy as Simon Watts says, or not a levy as he then says, or a tax as Winston Peters says; this new government charge will be sent straight on from electricity companies to your power bill, making the cost of living worse. (1/2) #nzpol #nz #newzealand #aotearoa #politics

The government’s attack on workers rights continues. This noxious new Bill undermines fundamental rights & is part of an extreme agenda to strip back the employment relationship & turn human labour into just another commodity. #nzpol #nz #newzealand #aotearoa #politics

Happy Waitangi Day all. I’ve enjoyed the morning with a big walk along the Waikowhai Coast, stopping off at Granny’s Bay, Taylor’s Bay, and Taumanu Reserve. (1/3) #nzpol #nz #newzealand #aotearoa

Quick question for you. Do you think we should turn our local social housing for senior citizens into big parks for food trucks? Short answer? Of course not. Long answer? Watch the video. #nzpol #nz #newzealand #aotearoa #politics

Unemployment grinds at the soul of societies. A waste of human potential & at 5.4% a massive failure of Government policy. Investing in good jobs will be one of Labour’s biggest priorities. #nzpol #nz #politics #newzealand #aotearoa #jobshealthhomes

The turn in weather today meant more people at home, and more opportunity to speak to residents in Blockhouse Bay about the issues that matter to them. Hitting the doors my message today was clear. Rain or shine, I’ll show up for Mt Roskill. #nzpol #nz #newzealand #aotearoa #politics

This is a really good piece of news. Modern Slavery condemns over 40 million people worldwide into horrific lives of forced servitude. Many of the products we consume here in NZ are connected to Modern Slavery. (1/4) #nzpol #nz #politics #newzealand #aotearoa

Mōrena and welcome back to Auckland Council for 2026! First committee meeting of the day today and it's Governing Body. We are waiting to start and at the moment have most councillors in the room, just that start of the school year catch-ups delaying us.

While this Government desperately pushes through legislation to make voting as difficult as possible for our communities. Myself and the Mt Roskill Labour Party are planning a Day Of Action focused on enrolling as many people to vote as possible - and we need your help! (1/2) #nzpol #nz #newzealand

Very cool to see work starting on the 3rd Drury rail station. Labour funded these along with rail electrification to Pukekohe as part of the NZ Upgrade programme. Takes awhile, but will mean new communities with access to the rail network from day 1. #nzpol #nz #politics #aotearoa #newzealand

Thankful to be joined by a dear friend as we hit the doors once again in Blockhouse Bay, we’re on a mission to hit every street in the electorate and I’m happy to report that we are on track! (1/2) #nz #nzpol #politics #newzealand #aotearoa #nzs

Our campaign to change the government and win back Mt Roskill is underway. We don’t have the big money that the other side of politics relies on, instead we rely on people. (1/3) #nzpol #nz #politics #newzealand