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Sarah Free
Independent
| Deputy Mayor of Wellington
Sarah Free
Independent
| Deputy Mayor of Wellington
Why I'm standing
I've been on Council for three terms – the last term as deputy mayor. I'm proud to have led on the roll-out of new cycleways and walkways and to have worked with regional council colleagues on improvements to the bus network. I've represented the city on the governance group of Let's Get Wellington Moving. Transport, infrastructure and good urban design is my passion. We're at an exciting time and I want to continue this work on behalf of residents.
About me
I have an engineering degree and a Masters in Public Health and experience in infrastructure planning, education, housing and health. I've also served as a volunteer in many capacities. I'm known as an experienced, capable councillor who listens and delivers. I came top of the ward in both the 2016 and 2019 elections. It humbles me that people have entrusted me with their vote, and I will always strive to do my best for them.
My priorities
- Getting a really good result from Let's Get Wellington Moving – to lower emissions and solve congestion.
- Infrastructure – fixing the pipes and ensuring solutions to meet climate change challenges.
- Looking after our people, doing all we can to see warm dry housing, good jobs and things to do.
Current role
Deputy Mayor of Wellington
Before politics
Energy Advisor
Residence
Strathmore Park
Age
No response
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Why I'm standing
I've been on Council for three terms – the last term as deputy mayor. I'm proud to have led on the roll-out of new cycleways and walkways and to have worked with regional council colleagues on improvements to the bus network. I've represented the city on the governance group of Let's Get Wellington Moving. Transport, infrastructure and good urban design is my passion. We're at an exciting time and I want to continue this work on behalf of residents.
About me
I have an engineering degree and a Masters in Public Health and experience in infrastructure planning, education, housing and health. I've also served as a volunteer in many capacities. I'm known as an experienced, capable councillor who listens and delivers. I came top of the ward in both the 2016 and 2019 elections. It humbles me that people have entrusted me with their vote, and I will always strive to do my best for them.
My priorities
- Getting a really good result from Let's Get Wellington Moving – to lower emissions and solve congestion.
- Infrastructure – fixing the pipes and ensuring solutions to meet climate change challenges.
- Looking after our people, doing all we can to see warm dry housing, good jobs and things to do.
Current role
Deputy Mayor of Wellington
Before politics
Energy Advisor
Residence
Strathmore Park
Age
No response
Connect via
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