Wayne Brown criticised for missing first Auckland mayoral debate
Wednesday 27 August 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Wayne Brown, University of Auckland, Kerrin Leoni, Fa'anānā Efeso Collins
Incumbent Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown faced criticism from rivals after failing to attend the first official mayoral debate at the University of Auckland. While several candidates participated in the event, Brown reportedly declined to attend, suggesting the calibre of his competition did not warrant his time.
