Chris Calvi-Freeman

Wellington is in my blood and the eastern suburbs have always been my home.

We need to shift the focus from the council itself to the people it serves. Party-political voting and uncontrolled spending have jeopardised our water and roads.

I’m a transport planner with extensive senior-level experience. I’ve worked to tight budgets and strict timelines including the Sydney and London Olympics. I’ve always delivered value for money including roading projects that don’t need rework and streetlights that don’t fall down!

I have a lifetime involvement in community service. I secured 90% government funding for the LED streetlamps that have saved Wellington ratepayers over $3million in electricity since 2018.

I’ll work with central government to ensure that the second Mt Victoria tunnel proceeds, with high quality vehicle, walking and cycling facilities.

I’m committed to clear communication, genuine consultation, objective decision-making and honest local government that works for you.