Alf Filipaina
Alf Filipaina is a seasoned politician and community leader in Auckland, New Zealand, who has served in various capacities including as a regional councillor and a Manukau councillor. With a long career spanning over 38 years in the police force, he has been a dedicated advocate for Māori and Pasifika representation in local government. As he steps down from the Auckland Council after 22 years, Filipaina aims to continue his involvement in local politics, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and voter participation.
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Recent news mentions
Alf Filipaina of Manukau, also a frequent critic of the mayor, has not been given any major roles.
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown rewards his trusted councillors – Simon Wilson
New Zealand· 2025-11-06
Alf Filipaina is a councillor who supported Lotu Fuli's proposal for community funding.
Ten things you might not know about Auckland Transport - Simon WilsonNew Zealand· 2025-09-05
Alf Filipaina advised he was unwell and attended the meeting online.
Love this City: Absent councillors and a better deal for AucklandNew Zealand· 2025-08-01
Alf Filipaina was mentioned as being sick and unable to attend the council meeting.
Wayne Brown ‘out of Auckland every chance he can get’, claims mayoral rival Kerrin Leoni in council attendance spatNew Zealand· 2025-07-31
Councillor Alf Filipaina was one of the councillors not hosted by Eden Park.
Auckland future stadium strategy: Eden Park’s hosting of councillors comes under scrutinyNew Zealand· 2025-03-22
Fellow Manukau councillor Alf Filipaina agreed and stressed to the Herald there were other areas that needed desperate help.
Proceeds of crime funding goes to Auckland CBD: Rest of city misses out on $1.3mNew Zealand· 2025-03-19
Alf Filipaina is stepping down from Auckland Council after 22 years but hopes to remain involved in local government.
Alf wiedersehen: Alf Filipaina to step down from Auckland Council after 22 years but eyes local roleNew Zealand· 2025-03-06
