Efeso Collins
Efeso Collins is a prominent New Zealand politician and member of the Labour Party, who gained significant attention during the 2022 Auckland mayoral election, where he was the Labour-endorsed candidate. Despite a strong campaign, he was defeated by Wayne Brown, losing by over 50,000 votes. Collins has been actively involved in community issues and local governance, advocating for social justice and equitable development in Auckland.
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In 2022, Brown won the mayoral race with a total of 181,810 votes ahead of Efeso Collins by 57,008.
Local elections 2025: Wayne Brown wins second term as Auckland Mayor beating Kerrin Leoni, as voters back his ‘Fix Auckland’ agenda
New Zealand· 2025-10-11
The sudden death of new MP Efeso Collins has been mentioned.
Mood of the Boardroom: Peters rises as Seymour and Greens slip with CEOsNew Zealand· 2025-09-25
Efeso Collins was mentioned in the context of Shane Christie's interactions with politicians regarding CTE.
The tragic final year of rugby star and brain injury advocate Shane ChristieNew Zealand· 2025-09-05
Efeso Collins passed away, contributing to the upheaval in the political party.
Green MP Benjamin Doyle resigns in reversal of previous desire to stay in ParliamentNew Zealand· 2025-09-05
Efeso Collins was a Green MP who died in 2024, making him the second MP to die during this Parliament.
Te Pāti Māori MP Takutai Moana Natasha Kemp has died following kidney diseaseNew Zealand· 2025-06-25
Efeso Collins' sudden death is being questioned in relation to the Covid-19 vaccination.
Anti-vax former Māori All Black Shane Christie questions Efeso Collins’ widow Fia outside Coroners CourtNew Zealand· 2025-03-26
Efeso was a role model for so many Aucklanders and a strong advocate for Māori and mana whenua in Tāmaki Makaurau.
Efeso Collins massive mural in Manukau unveiled to honour his legacy for Māori and Pasifika youthNew Zealand· 2025-02-24
Brown swept to power in 2022 over the Labour-endorsed candidate Efeso Collins.
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown announces plans for a second termNew Zealand· 2025-02-19
Wayne Brown beat Labour-endorsed candidate Efeso Collins by more than 50,000 votes.
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown to announce plans for second term on WednesdayNew Zealand· 2025-02-17