Wellington City Council
The Wellington City Council provides local services and facilities, such as public transport, rubbish and recycling, libraries, parks, and recreation facilities. It also makes decisions about building and planning, local regulations, and infrastructure, such as water supply and sewerage. The council is made up of 15 councillors and the mayor. Councillors are elected to represent wards (areas in the city). three councillors will be elected from the Wharangi/Onslow-Western ward. This is a single transferable vote (STV) election, so you vote by ranking the candidates on your ballot paper. Compare the candidates and their policies to decide who to vote for in the Wellington City Council election.
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Lily Brown
Why I'm standing
Originally from Taiwan, I want to give back to the community I have lived in for the last 25 years by serving on council. We need fresh, independent voices at the table who understand the everyday challenges Wellingtonians face. The city needs a reset and focus on fixing what is broken, maintain what matters and invest wisely in our future.
About me
With 15 years running my own businesses and over a decade serving boards and not-for-profits, I bring practical business experience and governance expertise. I take an analytical, solution-focused approach, ask the hard questions, and deliver smart, long-term decisions with clarity, accountability and practicality. I have the tenacity and drive to affect real change by being open and approachable. I will be a breath of fresh air and a strong, local voice for you.
My priorities
- Focus spending on infrastructure and core services, eliminating costly extras to make Wellington affordable.
- Foster a supportive environment for businesses to thrive and in turn make Wellington work again.
- Create a balanced transport network that works for everyone with accessibility and mobility for all.
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