Kristine Asuncion is a business owner, Ashburton dairy farmer, and "people and culture professional".
“I am proud to stand as National’s candidate in Dunedin - a city that has shaped my journey as a migrant, a business owner, a mother, and a professional,” Ms Asuncion said in a statement released this afternoon.
“Dunedin gave me the opportunity to study, to build a life, and to grow a business. Now, I want to give back by ensuring this city remains a place where families and businesses can thrive, people feel safe and hard work is rewarded.”
Ms Asuncion has more than a decade of experience in dairy farming alongside her husband, as well as leadership in people and culture, workforce development, and migrant advocacy across New Zealand’s primary industries, the statement said.
“With the war in Iran pushing up fuel costs for Kiwis it is good to see the National-led Government respond with timely, targeted and temporary relief for 143,000 low-to-middle income families who are receiving a $50 per week boost until fuel prices return to normal," she said.
“This package is fully funded, meaning it provides relief to those who need it, without unnecessarily increasing inflation and interest rates which would make life harder for those in Dunedin.
“Protecting New Zealand’s economy is vital for our future, which is why National is replacing the RMA with a new planning system which will stop the culture of ‘no’ in Dunedin, growing the economy by $3 billion every year to create jobs, lift wages and lower price increases for Kiwis.
“The hard work starts now; I’ll be out and about in the community meeting as many people as possible to earn the privilege to be Dunedin’s next National MP and to re-elect a National government."
The election will be held on November 7.
- Allied Media
