Daniel Newman Ward: ManurewaPapakura, also known as Man-Pap

Road to City Hall

Papakura-raised Newman says public service is fundamental to his DNA, having served on the Manukau City Council, the Manurewa Local Board and cosponsored a successful legal challenge to prohibit a Clendon retailer from selling BZP and other party drugs. The cardcarrying National Party member, nicknamed Daniel “Vlad” Newman by Whaleoil’s Cam Slater, ousted councillor Calum Penrose for one of two Man-Pap ward seats. He was born five weeks after fellow Man-Pap councillor Sir John Walker won gold in the 1500m at the 1976 Montreal Olympics.

Maiden speech

Focused on co-governance — powering up local boards — education, particularly literacy and numeracy among young teenagers, and maintaining existing assets and levels of service.

Top quote

“We should not be scared of the co-governance model — it is the means to drive public confidence and restore trust.”

Hopes and aspirations

Wants to see a more cosmopolitan and diverse community, and more younger faces in positions of leadership at council. Newman promises to be a voice not just for the future, but looking after what Auckland has today.

Five things I love about Auckland

1. The natural environment of Tamaki Makaurau, with special mention for the Manukau, Waitemata and Kaipara harbours, and regional parks. 2. The fact Auckland is 100 villages and communities and the city is the sum of all parts. 3. The multicultural, cosmopolitan mix of people who have come from all over the globe and live peacefully together. 4. The resilience of Aucklanders who can be outspoken and strident advocates, particularly in the south of the city. 5. The talent of young people who excel in education, sport and culture — “I love that”.