Alex Baker enters Wellington mayoral race

Monday 9 June 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 9 Jun 2025, 11:41am

In this story Labour Party, Andrew Little, Ray Chung, Karl Tiefenbacher, Graham Bloxham, Rob Goulden

Chartered accountant Alex Baker has entered the Wellington mayoral race. Describing himself as a progressive candidate, Baker aims to implement progressive policies with commercial discipline.

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1. The PostMon 9 Jun 2025, 5:00am

   Former chartered accountant, progressive takes Wellington mayoral race to seven (opens in new tab)

2. RNZMon 9 Jun 2025, 11:41am

   Alex Baker throws hat into ring for Wellington mayoralty (opens in new tab)

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