Greg O’Connor considering Wellington City Council by-election run

Monday 24 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 24 Aug, 3:42pm

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Labour MP Greg O’Connor has indicated he may run in an upcoming Wellington City Council by-election. Andrew Little has expressed public support for O’Connor, noting that he previously recruited the Ōhāriu MP to Parliament.

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1. NZ HeraldMon 24 Aug, 2:08pm

   Andrew Little backs Labour MP Greg O’Connor for run at Wellington City Council byelection (opens in new tab)

2. The PostMon 24 Aug, 3:42pm

   Andrew Little recruited Greg O'Connor to Parliament, may welcome him to council (opens in new tab)