Why vote McCracken?

The Skills to do the Job

• Hamish has worked in both the public and private sectors in Industry and in government, he has a hands on understanding of the New Zealand economy.
• With first class academic qualifications and currently completing his PHD on the NZ labour market and lecturing economics he will add depth of understanding in these key policy sectors. 
• An experienced advocate for education, employment and health and safety, he will bring key skills to bear in representing the interests of this community.

A Better Voice for Our Community

• Hamish was born and raised on the shore and has long standing family connections here, as well as raising his own family here. He understands and is part of our community.
• As we look forward to a fourth term of this Labour led government perhaps it is time our electorate had a local voice inside to advocate our interests.

A Proven track Record

• Be it sport or academia Hamish has delivered, having been five times a NZ fencing champion and winning two coveted PHD scholarships speaks of commitment, dedication and ability that would serve our community well.

Tomorrows Choice

• Hamish is young and can be an effective voice for a younger generation in parliament, this generation should be represented.