18 September 2025

PhillipQuay

NZ Business Connect

Via: [email protected]

Kia ora Phillip

As I stand down as Mayor of Hamilton in October, I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank you for the work you do, and the work we do together, to strengthen and support our city.

It is only through partnership that we create a vibrant city and lay the groundwork for our city’s future. I value having worked with you, the wider community, my council colleagues and other key partners. Thank you especially for your support of the business community and for the great networking events.

I am proud of what we have achieved despite the challenging and fast changing time that we have faced.

After 24 years in local government, with the last 6 years serving as Mayor, I feel the time is right for me to step away and allow new leaders to emerge. I have no regrets and will hold warm memories of the people, projects and places in this city that I love to call home.

It has been an honour serving as your Mayor of Hamilton and a pleasure working with you. Thank you for your contribution to our city and my best wishes for the future.

Kia ora me ngaa mihi pai (thankyou and best wishes)