Pippa Coom
Pippa Coom is an Auckland, New Zealand politician, who is the transport and community portfolio member for the Local Board of the Waitemata Ward.[1] She got elected in 2010 on the City Vision ticket.[2]
Among her interests, she supports increased cycling for transport in Auckland,[3] and has been involved in events like organising the 'Cycle Style Gala' with Cycle Action Auckland,[4] and is a coordinator for Frocks on Bikes women cycling events.[5] She is also involved in environmental groups like Grey Lynn 2030.[6] Previous to succeeding in her bid for a Local Board seat, she worked as a lawyer for Vector, and campaigned for a seat on the Board of the Auckland Energy Consumer Trust.[7]
References
- ^ Andy Kenworthy. "Pippa Coom". Good Magazine, Issue 17. Retrieved 2 November 2011.
- ^ "Newbie wins board seat". Auckland City Harbour News. 13 October 2010. Retrieved 24 July 2011.
- ^ "Car-mad reputation unfounded - report". The New Zealand Herald. 4 June 2013. Retrieved 4 June 2013.
- ^ Smith, Catherine (30 June 2010). "Cyclewear: Get into the right gear". The New Zealand Herald. Retrieved 24 July 2011.
- ^ "Glamour bike ride pedals eco-friendly message". Auckland City Harbour News. 11 September 2009. Retrieved 2 November 2011.
- ^ "Festival embraces the spirit of sustainable living". Auckland City Harbour News. 9 March 2010. Retrieved 24 July 2011.
- ^ "Power trust election attracts few voters". Papakura Courier. 21 October 2009. Retrieved 24 July 2011.
External links
- Pippa Coom (official website)