Judy joined the New Zealand Broadcasting Corporation in 1971, working as a reporter on news and current affairs programmes. She presented the regional news with John Hawkesby for Auckland from 1980 to 1987 in the programme Top Half. Judy went on to front ONE News, the highest-rated evening television news programme in New Zealand, for twenty-six years. On leaving TVNZ, she presented Māori Television's ANZAC Day programme for many years.



In the 2010 New Year Honours, Judy was appointed an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to broadcasting and the community. Judy has written several books, including Evolving, about finding health and happiness as we age, released at the beginning of April.



Judy lives in Auckland and is married to producer and director Chris Bailey, with whom she has three children and seven grandchildren.

Judy joined the New Zealand Broadcasting Corporation in 1971, working as a reporter on news and current affairs programmes. She presented the regional news with John Hawkesby for Auckland from 1980 to 1987 in the programme Top Half. Judy went on to front ONE News, the highest-rated evening television news programme in New Zealand, for twenty-six years. On leaving TVNZ, she presented Māori Television's ANZAC Day programme for many years.
 
In the 2010 New Year Honours, Judy was appointed an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to broadcasting and the community. Judy has written several books, including Evolving, about finding health and happiness as we age, released at the beginning of April.
 
Judy lives in Auckland and is married to producer and director Chris Bailey, with whom she has three children and seven grandchildren.

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Dan, born and raised in Auckland, left high school at 15 and completed a butchery apprenticeship. He earned a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) from the University of Auckland, and a Master of Public Policy in Economics from Harvard University on a Fulbright Scholarship.

Elected to Parliament in 2018 and re-elected in 2023, Dan is the Chair of the Māori Affairs Select Committee and a member of the Economic Development Select Committee. Before Parliament, he worked as a management consultant, senior executive, and economist for the OECD and other organisations.

Dan lives in Birkenhead with his wife Courtney, their dog Mylo, and family.

Dan, born and raised in Auckland, left high school at 15 and completed a butchery apprenticeship. He earned a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) from the University of Auckland, and a Master of Public Policy in Economics from Harvard University on a Fulbright Scholarship.
Elected to Parliament in 2018 and re-elected in 2023, Dan is the Chair of the Māori Affairs Select Committee and a member of the Economic Development Select Committee. Before Parliament, he worked as a management consultant, senior executive, and economist for the OECD and other organisations.
Dan lives in Birkenhead with his wife Courtney, their dog Mylo, and family.

Dan Bidois - MP for Northcote

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Moko Tepania is a passionate leader dedicated to making a real difference in local government. With over a decade of experience in education, he understands the vital connection between teaching and governance. Motivated by a desire to influence change from within, Moko has embraced his role in local government to ensure that decisions reflect the needs and aspirations of the community.
He believes that active community engagement is key to building a brighter future for all.

A proud resident of the Far North, Moko is deeply connected to the region's cultural and historical significance. From Hokianga, where Kupe first arrived to Waitangi, where He Whakaputanga and Te Tiriti o Waitangi were signed, the north holds special meaning for him. When not fulfilling his mayoral duties, Moko enjoys CrossFit, baking, and reading.

Moko Tepania is a passionate leader dedicated to making a real difference in local government. With over a decade of experience in education, he understands the vital connection between teaching and governance. Motivated by a desire to influence change from within, Moko has embraced his role in local government to ensure that decisions reflect the needs and aspirations of the community. He believes that active community engagement is key to building a brighter future for all. A proud resident of the Far North, Moko is deeply connected to the region's cultural and historical significance. From Hokianga, where Kupe first arrived to Waitangi, where He Whakaputanga and Te Tiriti o Waitangi were signed, the north holds special meaning for him. When not fulfilling his mayoral duties, Moko enjoys CrossFit, baking, and reading.

Moko Tepania - Far North Mayor

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Shamubeel Eaqub is the Chief Economist at Simplicity, with over two decades of experience in economics. He has held roles at leading institutions like ANZ Bank, Goldman Sachs, and NZIER. Shamubeel is known for making complex economic topics accessible and is a respected voice in media and business discussions.

He holds a BCom with honours in Economics from Lincoln University and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). Shamubeel is the author of Growing Apart: Regional Prosperity in New Zealand and co-author of Generation Rent and The New Zealand Economy: An Introduction.

Based in Auckland with his wife and two sons, Shamubeel is a sought-after speaker and thought leader, dedicated to improving economic understanding and shaping a better future.

Shamubeel Eaqub is the Chief Economist at Simplicity, with over two decades of experience in economics. He has held roles at leading institutions like ANZ Bank, Goldman Sachs, and NZIER. Shamubeel is known for making complex economic topics accessible and is a respected voice in media and business discussions.
He holds a BCom with honours in Economics from Lincoln University and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA). Shamubeel is the author of&nbsp;Growing Apart: Regional Prosperity in New Zealand&nbsp;and co-author of&nbsp;Generation Rent&nbsp;and&nbsp;The New Zealand Economy: An Introduction.
Based in Auckland with his wife and two sons, Shamubeel is a sought-after speaker and thought leader, dedicated to improving economic understanding and shaping a better future.

Shmubeel Eaqub

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Judy Bailey - Broadcaster and Author

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