17-07-2025
Dan Milward To Stand Independently For Pukehīnau–Lambton Ward
Over the past few months, I've been part of the Zero Rates Roadshows with Independent Together. It's been a genuinely rewarding experience—connecting with Wellingtonians, hearing their concerns, and engaging in meaningful conversations about the future of our city.
I joined Independent Together because I believe in their five pillars outlined in the Roadshows. They represent real change that will truly improve the lives of Wellingtonians. However, now that the Roadshows have come to an end, I have decided to step away from the Independent Together and run my own grassroots campaign.
Like many others, I was surprised by the recent allegations and the subsequent media coverage storm. Finally, when my wife was threatened by the agitators at our final roadshow event in Wellington CBD on Tuesday night, I knew it was time to take a different approach.
I'm proud of what we have achieved together but this is the right call for me, my family, and my community - it's time to run the ' Dan Milward Campaign '.
With an extensive background in creative and startup technologies, including leadership and governance roles in the games industry and education sectors, I bring both commercial acumen, and a fresh creative perspective to the table. I thrive in collaborative and innovative environments, and given my experience in the startup field, I also know how to make great things from tiny budgets… Plus, who doesn't want a Game Designer to help improve the city?
I'm excited about getting back out there into the community, meeting more of the Pukehīnau–Lambton Ward residents, and having those conversations about Wellington's future—the kind of respectful, solution-focused politics I believe in.
