The James Cook statue in Marton, a Rangitīkei town which is home to more than 5000 people. Photo: RNZ / Jimmy Ellingham
Jimmy discusses the Rangitikei electorate - it's the third largest electorate in the North Island, stretching from east of Levin in the south, across the central plateau, to above Taumarunui to the north.
And it is up for grabs this election, as its four-term National MP Ian McKelvie retires.
Also, 250 more staff cuts are on the horizon at Massey University, as the tertiary institution struggles financially.
