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Andrew Little
Profile
Andrew Little is a New Zealand politician currently serving as the Mayor of Wellington since October 2025. A former lawyer and trade union official, he previously led the New Zealand Labour Party and served as Leader of the Opposition from 2014 to 2017. During the Sixth Labour Government, he held numerous senior ministerial portfolios, including Minister of Justice, Minister of Health, and Minister of Defence. Known for his background in unionism, Little has focused his career on employment law, social policy, and public service, transitioning back to local government after a distinguished career in national politics.
Details
- Born
- 1965-05-07 · 61 years old
- Birth place
- New Plymouth, New Zealand
- Education
- New Plymouth Boys' High School; Victoria University of Wellington
- Career
- Lawyer, trade union official, national secretary of the Engineering, Printing and Manufacturing Union
