Andrea Compton
Official Candidate Biography
Born and raised in Wellington’s Northern suburbs, I’m proudly raising my family in Tawa. A Chartered Accountant with over 20 years of finance experience within the infrastructure industry bringing a pragmatic, problem-solving approach to making a difference in our community. I’m respected for my integrity and the ability to cut through the noise. I have a steadfast commitment to making decisions that benefit our city.
With rates expected to double in the next 10 years, Wellington needs councillors who have experience in the areas challenging our city. I am committed to revitalising our city with affordable rates and a focus on fundamental needs.
Wellington needs leadership that’s both practical and forward-thinking. Leadership that drives business growth, where success creates opportunities and attracts people.
Wellington is an extraordinary place to live, work, and do business. I’m standing to ensure it remains just that, for everyone. www.andreacompton.nz
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Andrea Compton’s Elections & Candidacies
Note: This database contains data from the 2023, 2020, 2017 and 2014 general elections, the 2025 local government election and is gradually being backfilled with other election data.
Contested 1 race — 1 elected
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Takapū/Northern General WardWellington City CouncilAffiliation: Smart spending. Strong future.Final ElectedVote share • 14.3%3,313 votes
Offices held
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Takapū/Northern General WardWellington City CouncilAffiliation: Smart spending. Strong future.Oct 2025 – present
In the News
Andrew Little buddies up to the right
The Spinoff — November 25, 2025In his first council meeting as Wellington mayor, Andrew Little gave a big promotion to controversial rival Ray Chung and opened a political rift between Labour and the Greens.
Windbag: Key takeaways from Wellington’s red wave local election
The Spinoff — October 13, 2025Andrew Little won the largest mayoral victory in 142 years, and Labour and the Greens grew their governing majority at the council table.
Mayoralty schmayoralty: these ward races will decide Wellington’s future
The Spinoff — September 24, 2025Barring a major upset, polling suggests Andrew Little will win the capital’s mayoral chains with relative ease. But the type of council he will lead is still up in the air. Andrew Little must be feeling pretty good right now. A recent Q+A Verian poll gave him a commanding lead in the race to be Wellington’s next mayor, with 58% of first-choice votes, way ahead of second-placed candidate Ray Chung on 16%.
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