David Bennett (politician)

David Allister Bennett (born 28 October 1970) is a New Zealand politician. He has been a Member of Parliament since 2005, representing the Hamilton East electorate for the National Party.

Early years

Bennett was born on 28 October 1970 in Hamilton. He attended St John's College, Hamilton before gaining an LLB and a BCA from Victoria University of Wellington. Bennett owns two dairy farms near Te Awamutu, and has also worked as an accountant for KPMG, in Auckland.

Member of Parliament

Parliament of New Zealand
Years	Term	Electorate	List	Party
2005–2008	48th	Hamilton East	32	National
2008–2011	49th	Hamilton East	44	National
2011–2014	50th	Hamilton East	48	National
2011–present	51st	Hamilton East	37	National

In the 2005 election, Bennett stood as the National Party's candidate for the Hamilton East seat. He was successful, defeating the incumbent MP, Dianne Yates of the Labour Party.

Bennett said that his primary focus would be serving the constituents of Hamilton East, although he also has a particular interest in transport, education and economic issues. He is Chairman of the Transport and Industrial Relations Select Committee, and Vice-Chairperson of the Finance Select Committee.

References

• Profile at New Zealand Parliament

External links

• Official website
• Profile at National Party

New Zealand Parliament
Preceded by Dianne Yates	Member of Parliament for Hamilton East 2005–present	Incumbent