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SophieHandford
Volunteer

Labour candidate · Kapiti electorate

Sophie Handford
For people,
the planet & our future.

Watch the video to learn who I am, the values that drive me, my vision for the future of Kapiti, and why I’m standing for Labour this election.

Meet Sophie Handford

"I'm looking forward to being part of a Labour-led Government that will put people and community first - tackling the cost of living, investing in health, education, and housing, and protecting our environment for the future."

I grew up in Paekākāriki and now live in Waikanae. Kapiti taught me the value of community and looking out for one another, and it’s the reason I do what I do.

I’ve served two terms on the Kāpiti Coast District Council for the Paekākāriki-Raumati Ward. I chaired the Strategy, Operations and Finance Committee, one of the most significant roles around the council table, responsible for the district’s budgets, major investment decisions and long-term planning.

The way I work is straightforward. I listen first, I turn up, and I stay with a problem or opportunity until we see progress. A lot of the work I’m proudest of took years and never made the news, but our community is better for it.

I’m standing because Kapiti deserves a Labour government, and an MP in the room when the decisions get made. A champion for reliable healthcare, strong local jobs, a thriving environment, and a vibrant community for the next generation.

This election, I’m asking you to vote for me as your Local MP, and make your party vote for Labour.

My Priorities

  • Tackling the cost of living

    Labour will fight cost of living increases with policies like three free GP visits, helping families install solar to reduce power bills, and a $20 per week cap on public transport fares.

  • Your job

    Cuts to health, education, pay equity, and public services have cost jobs and hurt our region’s economy. I’ll fight to bring back the work that keeps people here.

  • Your health

    Nobody should wait weeks to see a doctor, or travel out of the district for basic care. I’ll push for local health services we can rely on.

  • Your home

    I back the Kiwi dream of families being able to afford their own home. I’ll back building the homes we need but make sure new development comes with the infrastructure to support it.

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