Louise Upston MP

Louise Upston MP is the Member of Parliament for Taupo, a seat she has held since the General Election of 2008.

In December 2016, Louise became a Cabinet Minister and was appointed Minister of Corrections. She was also the Associate Minister of Education, Associate Minister for Tertiary Education, Skills and Employment and Associate Minister for Primary industries. She previously held roles in Land Information, Local Government and Women.

Before being appointed a Minister, Louise was Government Chief Whip for two years and was Junior Whip for one year.

Prior to entering Parliament in 2008, Louise was self-employed as a project management consultant. She also held directorships in a number of trusts and companies involved in property, tourism, management, and consulting. Louise holds an MBA from Waikato University.