Len Brown
New ZealandpoliticianMaleb. 19566.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Len Brown is a former mayor of Auckland, having served from 2010 to 2013 and again from 2013 to 2016. He was a member of the Labour Party and known for his focus on urban development and public transport improvements. His tenure was marked by both significant achievements and controversies, including a public scandal that ultimately led to his resignation.
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Len Brown is referenced as the then Mayor whose enthusiasm was tempered by government involvement in the City Rail Link project.
A tale of two tunnels (the one the Government helped with went $2b over budget) – Wayne BrownNew Zealand· 2026-08-09
The two people in particular that people are paying tribute to at the moment are the former Mayor Len Brown and former Prime Minister Sir John Key.
City Rail Link: The long road to Auckland’s big-city future – The Front PageNew Zealand· 2026-08-07
Len Brown was a relentless cheerleader for Auckland until he was no longer in office.
Simon Wilson’s City Desk: Where do our mayors stand on the global stage?New Zealand· 2026-07-08
Former Mayor Len Brown is mentioned as not addressing the North Shore.
Why the so-called Super City hasn’t delivered for Aucklanders – Bruce CotterillNew Zealand· 2025-05-09
Len Brown was the Super City’s first Mayor who played a role in the City Rail Link project.
Getting the City Rail Link approved may be John Key’s lasting Auckland legacy – EditorialNew Zealand· 2025-05-08
Former Mayor Len Brown had a chauffeur-driven car.
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown questions why Cabinet ministers get limos but he doesn’t after driving offenceNew Zealand· 2025-04-10
Len Brown was the Auckland Mayor whose extramarital affair was exposed by Cameron Slater's blog.
Winston Peters to deliver ‘roast’ as Whale Oil’s Cameron Slater celebrates 20 years of bloggingNew Zealand· 2025-04-05
Len Brown is a former mayor of Auckland who is noted for maintaining moderate rates rises during his tenure.
Why I’m still not convinced by Wayne Brown - Simon WilsonNew Zealand· 2025-04-01
His tenure has been marked by blunt talk, abrasive outbursts and a governing style that has divided opinion.
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown announces plans for a second termNew Zealand· 2025-02-19
