Mt Roskill’s public schools sit at the heart of our community and it is important for me to keep in touch with their concerns and issues. I dropped in to visit staff at Lynfield College last week and to review progress on the school’s long-running building works. 1/3

Saturday evening saw a huge turnout to acknowledge the Fiji Girmit community. 147 years ago the ship Leonides arrived in Fiji carrying the first group of indentured Indian labourers to work the sugar fields under British rule.

Wishing all the Mums out there a lovely day. Thanks for everything you do for us all. We spent the morning over a nice brunch at the Garden Centre celebrating the 3 Mums in our family and hope that others have been able to connect too.

It was a busy day on the campaign trail today meeting people across Mt Roskill. I had an especially rewarding few hours meeting Principal Neil Robinson and staff at Blockhouse Bay Primary, and then talking to small business owners and workers in the town centre.1/2

One of my biggest drivers in politics is a central belief that working people are the ones who drive our country forward and deserve a fair go.1/5

Last weekend’s bike ride was a nice loop around Māngere Mountain. Highlights are the ride over the harbour, nice views along Kiwi Esplanade, and then skirting around Ambury Park. Lovely weather at the moment for some time outside to think about the week ahead.

Steep driveways on Francis Curtin Ave make for a good workout while doorknocking! I’ve now doorknocked on every street across Blockhouse Bay and have enjoyed meeting residents who will be coming into the Mt Roskill electorate for this year’s election.

At the Mt Roskill War Memorial Park for ANZAC day. They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning. We will remember them.

We’ll be in Waikōwhai on May 2nd for our next Day of Action, where we’ll be out and about in the community getting people enrolled to vote. If you’re keen to help out on the day, drop me a message below! See you there.

My weekend bike ride was about 30 kms, an interesting route I have done a few times, which goes around the inner Manukau Harbour. I enjoy the shared path on the southern side which takes you through mangrove forests on winding boardwalks before emerging in Favona.

I speak with people every day who tell me about the very real and painful impacts of the affordability crisis. Families, businesses, and communities are struggling, and this Government simply isn’t stepping up to the plate. Labour is focused on delivering for hardworking people.

I’m holding a public meeting in Blockhouse Bay next Wednesday 22nd April from 7:30pm - 8:30pm at the Blockhouse Bay Community Centre. Among other things we’ll be discussing the site between Bolton St and Marlowe Rd, and how we want to shape it moving forward.

I’ve helped get 35 people enrolled in Roskill South over the last little while, with many more enrolled by our dedicated team of volunteers - including many first time voters! We want everyone in Mt Roskill to be able to have their say this year and enrolment is the first step 1/2

My Easter weekend walk took me down to the Waikowhai Coast and through the tracks that wind their way around and through Hillsborough Cemetery. This is an historic part of our community with stunning views out to the Manukau Harbour. 1/2

It was a great to attend Nepal Day at Aotea Square yesterday celebrating the enormous contributions of our Nepalese community in New Zealand. Fantastic food, warm people, and exciting music made this years celebrations feel both lively and incredibly rooted in a deep, rich, and beautiful culture.

Cyclone Vaianu is now approaching. While we don’t know exactly what the impacts will be, it is a major weather event and it is best to take it seriously. Check out AEM website for more information. www.aucklandemergencymanagement.govt.nz/severe-weath...

The Indian Central Association is the peak body for the New Zealand Indian Community, and covers 22 local Indian associations from north to south. It celebrates its 100the anniversary this year, a reminder of the long history of contribution to New Zealand by the Indian community.1/2

Hear from the President of Auckland Greypower, Gillian Dance, about the importance of clear commitment to re-establishing 580 Hillsborough Rd as social housing for seniors.

An update from Watercare for Hillsborough, Mt Roskill and Royal Oak residents. www.watercare.co.nz/home/project...

Happy Easter Sunday all. It is the most important in the Christian tradition, celebrating the resurrection of Jesus. More broadly it signifies new life and beginnings for everyone, and the hope of something better on the other side of grief, death, and struggle.

Our firefighters put themselves at risk every day to keep us safe, and the Government’s treatment of our fire service is yet another stain on an already shameful record of cuts, neglect, and kicking the can down the road.

Auckland Council has spent $110,000 on a Kings Counsel lawyer to fight its own residents over off-leash dog access at Monte Cecilia Park. It’s nuts! They should sit down and negotiate a sensible agreement to manage any issues at the park as Dog lovers of Monte Cecilia have proposed.

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

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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.