Damien O'Connor is an experienced MP who has served as a minister in Labour-led governments under Rt Hon Helen Clark and Rt Hon Jacinda Ardern.

Damien’s practical experience through farming and tourism enabled effective oversight as a minister and led to growth for rural communities across New Zealand.

Success is driven by people who value social cohesion and social licence to support primary sectors at the heart of our economy.

He understands the challenge for our future is to ensure we retain and share the wealth created by smart innovative people and business.

Economic growth needs to happen within a framework that enables young Kiwis to find security in Aotearoa. Labour will develop that framework and Damien is the pragmatic voice that process needs.