New Lynn is New Zealand.  It is a stunning kaleidoscope of cultures alongisde hardworking Kiwi families, and the special backdrop of the unique Waitakere Ranges and the Manukau Harbour.  So you can go from the vibrant Avondale or Titirangi Markets, to hiking in the Ranges or fishing on the Manukau.  All only 30 minutes apart.

The best part of the New Lynn electorate is its people.  Genuine poeple supported by rich community networks.  Arty, eco-friendly, diverse, committed.  These are the folk I've been privileged to represent since 1999.

I've been doing the hard yards for New Lynn since then - working with Hon Chris Carter to secure the Waitakere Hospital, working to extend A & E cover to a 24/7 basis,  helping Lynne Pillay MP champion protection of the Waitakere Ranges with special legislation, securing $300 million for a massive redevelopment of New Lynn town centre, with undergrounding and twin tracking of its rail links and a new transport hub, and assisted South Titirangi protect its environment during electricity upgrades.

I care deeply about this place and its people; about first class schools, social services and infrastructure, so that every Kiwi kid gets the chance to make the best of their lives.

Community service has been part of my life since growing up the son of a vicar in rural South Canterbury, working in the public service as a New Zealand diplomat, and helping Kiwi companies grow and create jobs, as a management consultant with the Boston Consulting Group.  I have benefitted from a good NZ state school education, and scholarships my parents could never have afforded.  I am committed to giving back to ensure that others can have the opportunity to make the best of their potential.

Contact details:

Parliamentary office
Phone: 04 817 6589
Email: david.cunliffe@parliament.govt.nz

Electorate office
Address: 3133b Great North Road, New Lynn, PO Box 15 11 11, Auckland
Phone: 09 827 3721
Email: newlynnmp@parliament.govt.nz