Confidence from The Opportunities Party front-man, Raf Manji- who's in the running for Christchurch's Ilam seat.

He's TOP's only chance of getting into Parliament.

A new Taxpayers’ Union – Curia poll has National's Hamish Campbell leading at 33 percent, Labour incumbent Sarah Pallett on 15, and Manji on 14.

Manji says it's just the start of the campaign.

"I've been here for the last 10 years, working hard for the people of Ilam and Christchurch. I think I've got a better offering- we'll see what the next 5 weeks brings."

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