Brewer’s Brief – February
Cameron’s Column
By Cameron Brewer – MP for Upper Harbour
It’s just nine months until Election 2026 – Saturday, 7 November.
If you want to help as a local volunteer, please let us know. Helping includes attending our events, hosting a wee gathering at home for me to join, handing out flyers, being part of our ‘human hoardings’ efforts closer to the election, helping us put up our big signs, giving a campaign donation, making phone calls, and praying that New Zealand doesn’t get the other lot!
Our local team is energised, and in this the first Brewer’s Brief for 2026, you will see us already well underway, with more local events planned for this first quarter. Please attend what you can. It really helps.
Thank you for all the support you give me personally. It’s going to be a huge year politically, but let’s make sure we also have some fun and friendships only grow.
It has been a tough time for so many Kiwis so far this decade. I really hope 2026 is a positive one for you and your family.
Cameron
News...
Upper Harbour holds AGM
Upper Harbour is out of the blocks early this year. Our electorate AGM was on on 2 February, with a number of other events scheduled. Congratulations to re-confirmed office holders Stephen Franklin (Chair), Gary Monk (Deputy Chair), and Linda Cooper (Treasurer).
The Upper Harbour electorate committee is very experienced, well connected across Auckland, and most importantly 100% committed to driving National’s Party Vote, as well as ensuring a strong majority for our candidate, who was re-selected to stand late last year.
Meeting with police attracts big crowd
Over 130 locals attended the MP’s law & order meeting in Hobsonville Point, with the Hobsonville Point Residents' Society, Police Area Commander, and Community Patrols of New Zealand present. National has had many successes with law and order over the past couple of years, but there’s still much work to do.
Business Club open
The Upper Harbour Business Club is once again open for annual subscriptions. It’s a key fundraiser and always a lot of fun. Deputy Chair Gary Monk is the convenor. For further information on likely guest speakers, format, timings, and cost, please contact Gary: gary@intersea.co.nz
Brewer interviewed on NBR
Cameron was recently interviewed by the NBR about the work of the Finance & Expenditure select committee, which he chairs. Note: It's behind a paywall.
Upcoming events
SuperBlues with Dan Bidois MP
Save the date for popular neighbouring MP for Northcote and economist, Dan Bidois, as guest speaker for our next SuperBlues morning tea – Monday, 16 February. All Upper Harbour constituents are welcome.
Monday, 16 February, 10.00am
Hobsonville Bowling Club, 1 Memorial Lane, Hobsonville
$10 per person (Incl. GST) – Cash/Eftpos
RSVP to: upperharbour@national.org.nz
SAVE THE DATE: Celebrating Chinese New Year on 25 February
Cameron warmly invites you to locally celebrate Chinese New Year – The Year of the Horse!
The evening will include entertainment, hospitality, and guest speaker, Nancy Lu MP.
This free community connect event is open to all Upper Harbour locals, and we have plenty of room!
25th February 2025, 4.30pm-6.30pm
Sunderland Lounge
Cinema Road, Hobsonville, Auckland
SAVE THE DATE: 20 April, 10am - Seniors' Morning Tea with Hon Chris Penk
If you live in Upper Harbour and are over 60 years, come along for a free cuppa, morning tea, and Q+A with our special guest speaker, Minister Hon Chris Penk.
As MP for our neighbouring electorate, Kaipara ki Mahurangi, Hon Chris Penk is Minister for Building and Construction, Minister for Land Information, Minister for Small Business and Manufacturing & Minister for Veterans. Recently, the PM also appointed him, Associate Emergency Minister.
Cameron and Chris want to hear what is important to you!
APPLY NOW: Youth Advisory Panel
Apply now for a spot on the 2026 Upper Harbour Youth Advisory Panel – 3 spots left!
If you live in Upper Harbour (or know young people who do) and are 15-25 years, have your voice heard! We discuss issues and policies that are important to youth for the MP to take to the halls of Parliament, so if you are a community driven leader, please join the Upper Harbour Youth Advisory Panel.
Applications close Wednesday 4 March, 5pm
Apply via the QR code form
Enquiries on (09) 416 3249 or upperharbouroffice@parliament.govt.nz
Westie Electorates' Fundraising Raffle
Support our Westie electorates in Auckland today! Great prizes, and a great chance to win one. $50 each. Email: national.westauckland@gmail.com
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