A ‘rollercoaster’ first year as Dunedin’s mayor

$Dunedin Mayor Sophie Barker celebrates the city\\'s inclusion in a Lonely Planet 50 best travel experiences book last month. Photo: Gerard O\\'Brien$

Dunedin Mayor Sophie Barker celebrates the city's inclusion in a Lonely Planet 50 best travel experiences book last month. Photo: Gerard O'Brien

Amid challenging circumstances, surprises and strong personalities, Dunedin’s mayor has sought to chart a course for the city. Has the mayoralty gone to plan? Reporter Grant Miller talks to Sophie Barker about her first 12 months in the job.

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Wednesday, October 28, 2026

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