Auckland mayor Wayne Brown can be seen driving, while on a video call. Photo: Screenshot / Auckland Council
Auckland mayor Wayne brown has been fined $150 and incurred 20 demerit points for using his phone while driving.
Police investigated, after Brown joined a council transport committee meeting from his phone, while driving earlier this month.
The meeting was livestreamed and Brown could be seen turning on his camera to question Auckland Transport officials.
On Tuesday, police confirmed he was issued a fine and demerit points for "using a hand-held mobile phone while driving".
Brown was approached for comment.
A spokesperson for the mayor previously told RNZ he attended the meeting online, mainly from home.
"Recognising the importance of the discussion, he continued to listen on his phone, while driving to his next engagement, hands-free.
"While it is standard practice to have your camera on when speaking during committee, he recognises this wasn't appropriate and apologises for the error in judgement."
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