Dean Kimpton has not had an easy rise as the boss of Auckland Transport. Photo / Michael CraigFormer Transport Minister Simeon Brown agreed, saying AT would be “surgically changed” to restore democratic control for transport issues in Auckland. Stacey van der Putten, AT’s director of public transport and active modes, is an obvious candidate for the interim leadership arrangements. She is in charge of public transport, has strong communication skills, and is highly respected by the mayor and councillors. Auckland Transport chief executive Dean Kimpton.

Source: New Zealand Herald February 02, 2026 16:25 UTC