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Tory Whanau calls out critics in final mayoral speech

The PostStuffNZ HeraldOtago Daily TimesRNZWednesday 8 October 2025 · 5 outlets · 5 reports · updated

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Outgoing Wellington mayor Tory Whanau used her final council speech on Wednesday to address harassment, bullying, and defamatory rumours. She criticised the government, certain colleagues, past mayors, and the media during her valedictory address at the council chambers.

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First reported by The Post, Wed 8 Oct 2025, 5:00am · 5 reports from 5 outlets over 7 hours
  1. The PostThe Post

    Mayor Tory Whanau to deliver blistering attack on detractors in final speech (opens in new tab)

  2. StuffStuff

    Wellington mayor Tory Whanau calls out colleagues and bullies in final council speech (opens in new tab)

  3. NZ HeraldNZ Herald

    Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau demands change at council, discusses abuse faced in final mayoral speech (opens in new tab)

  4. Otago Daily TimesOtago Daily Times

    Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau fires parting shots in valedictory speech (opens in new tab)

  5. RNZRNZ

    Wellington mayor Tory Whanau gives valedictory speech (opens in new tab)