Karl Tiefenbacher 4 Lambton, Wellington

Wellington’s ice cream guy, Karl Tiefenbacher, will stand as an independent in the Wellington City Council’s February by-election for the Pukehīnau/Lambton ward. 

Karl Tiefenbacher For Wellington 

Karl founded Kaffee Eis 19 years ago, and it’s now a well-loved business that supplies gelato nationwide and employs over 25 people. There are three branches of Kaffee Eis in central Wellington; and over summer its manufacturing arm Gellicious Gelato makes a tonne of gelato every day. 
 
‘I’m standing for council because I am totally invested in Wellington and our future, and I care deeply about the future of our city. I grew up here, it’s where my family lives, and it’s where I chose to establish my business. Everything I love is in Wellington!’
 
Karl was born in Wellington and grew up in Te Aro. He went to primary school in Te Aro, then attended Wellington College; his first job was a paper round in Aro Valley. After leaving school he worked as a foreign exchange dealer for 18 years, before setting up Kaffee Eis. 
 
‘Wellington has some huge and expensive challenges, and I will fight on behalf of renters and owners for Council decisions to be sensible, spend money wisely, and aimed at the things that will take our city forward.
 
‘Running my own business means I understand it’s essential to make logical and affordable decisions. As an independent, I’ll be free to work with all councillors in the best interests of all Wellingtonians. I want the Council to focus on managing infrastructure, restoring vibrancy to the city, and (importantly) spending our rates
prudently.’
 
His wife Jo works with him in the business as does his 22-year-old daughter. 
 
The by-election will be held on February 17, with voting starting on January 26. It was triggered by the resignation of Green Councillor Tamatha Paul, following her election as the Member of Parliament for Wellington Central.
 
The Pukehīnau/Lambton ward comprises Thorndon, Pipitea, Te Aro, Kelburn, Oriental Bay, Mount Cook, Mount Victoria, Kelburn, Highbury, and Aro Valley.


Location: 4V9P9J83+PP

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