Ken Couper elected as Whangārei mayor
Friday 17 October 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story NZME, Northern Advocate, Ken Couper, Vince Cocurullo
Waipū farmer and district councillor Ken Couper has been elected mayor of Whangārei. He defeated incumbent Vince Cocurullo by a margin of 435 votes. Cocurullo's departure follows 12 years on the council and one term as mayor.
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