The Lower Hutt mayor announced today he would not be seeking re-election at this year's local body elections, after serving in local government for 15 years, including two terms as mayor.
Campbell Barry entered local politics at 19 years old and became the youngest elected mayor in New Zealand history in 2019, at age 28.
He joins Emile Donovan to reflect on his time in office.
Hutt City mayor Campbell Barry speaks at the opening of Te Ngaengae Pool + Fitness Tā i te Kawa 4 December 2024. Photo: Supplied / Hutt City Council / Elias Rodriguez
