Rebecca Matthews

I believe Wellington can be a city that works for everyone, and I’m putting my hand up again to help make that happen by tackling our city’s challenges.

I have experience and a real track record. As chair of the budget committee, I oversaw the biggest increase in funding ever to fix our water pipes. I led the most significant improvements to Wellington’s housing rules in a generation, making our city more livable for everyone. I scrapped fines from our libraries, removing barriers and making knowledge accessible to all Wellingtonians.

I’ve spent my career standing up for what makes Wellington strong: great public services, thriving communities, a city where everyone belongs. I don’t believe in empty promises. I believe in rolling up my sleeves, working constructively with others, and delivering results that matter.

If you want progressive leadership that’s pragmatic and gets results, I’d be honoured to receive your vote.