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Ex-Bayleys CEO Lloyd Budd Named National Whangarei Candidate

5/15/2026

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Lloyd Budd was chosen as the National Party candidate for Whangarei on 2 May 2026.
He entered politics after a real-estate career that included seven years at Bayleys Northland, overseas work in Dubai and Sydney, and a stint as Bayleys CEO in 2024 before resigning.
Budd said his work with Keystone Trust, Steve Adams Pathways and LegaSea will shape his agenda.
Bayleys chairman Mike Bayley said the firm fully supports Budd’s bid.

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Lloyd Budd was chosen as the National Party candidate for Whangarei on 2 May 2026.
He entered politics after a real-estate career that included seven years at Bayleys Northland, overseas work in Dubai and Sydney, and a stint as Bayleys CEO in 2024 before resigning.
Budd said his work with Keystone Trust, Steve Adams Pathways and LegaSea will shape his agenda.
Bayleys chairman Mike Bayley said the firm fully supports Budd’s bid.