4 Jun 2025

Auckland stormwater specialist recognised for her mahi

From Afternoons, 1:37 pm on 4 June 2025

Sarah Nolan knows a thing or two about the water issues facing Auckland. 

Sarah won the Young Professional of the Year award at the recent Water New Zealand Stormwater 2025 conference.

Her significant contributions to the industry, her Te Mana o te Wai advocacy, and her leadership in kaupapa Māori all impressed the judges. 

Sarah Nolan, a senior specialist on Auckland Council's Healthy Waters team, tells Jesse more. 

Sarah Nolan won the Stormwater Professional of the Year award at the Water New Zealand Stormwater 2025 conference.

Sarah Nolan is a senior specialist on Auckland Council's Healthy Waters team Photo: Supplied