National Party rankings announced
The National Party’s candidate for Rangitīkei, Suze Redmayne, is number 21 on the party’s list. She is ranked higher than several sitting MPs, including Barbara Kuriger, Simon O’Connor and Sam Uffindell. Palmerston North candidate Ankit Bansal is ranked number 52 while Te Tai Hauāuru candidate Harete Hipango is number 31.
New Zealand Food Awards finalists announced
Palmerston North’s Automatic Bakery is a finalist in the 2023 New Zealand Food Awards. Its half-baked balsamic onion and feta bread is a finalist in the artisan category. The New Zealand Food Awards have celebrated Aotearoa’s food and beverage manufacturers since 1987. There were 396 entries from 124 companies this year, resulting in 61 finalists. Owned and operated by Massey University, the awards are open to food and beverage manufacturers, primary food producers, food service providers, and ingredient supply companies. The 10 category winners and supreme winner will be announced on October 19.
