In the media: A stronger community voice for New Plymouth

by Adrian Sole | Aug 20, 2026 | In the Media, Taranaki

Independent background coverage published by The Spinoff on 25 September 2025.The Spinoff’s New Plymouth race briefing described Sarah’s Community Boards New Zealand leadership and her advocacy for stronger community voices and future-focused decision-making.Although...

Sarah Lucas placed seventh on Opportunity’s 2026 party list

by Adrian Sole | Aug 20, 2026 | Campaign Updates, In the Media

Independent national coverage published by interest.co.nz in August 2026.Opportunity has placed Sarah Lucas seventh on its 2026 party list while she contests the New Plymouth electorate. The ranking recognises the value of Sarah’s regional, governance, business and...

In the media: Local experience and community-led reform

by Adrian Sole | Aug 20, 2026 | In the Media, Taranaki

Profile published by Ōpunake & Coastal News on 23 April 2026.This interview examines how Sarah’s local-government experience informs her approach to national politics. It covers her service on the Inglewood Community Board and as chair of the Community Board...

In the media: Sarah Lucas to contest New Plymouth for Opportunity

by Adrian Sole | Aug 20, 2026 | Campaign Updates, In the Media

Independent coverage published by The Ngāmotu Advocate on 23 March 2026.The Ngāmotu Advocate introduced Sarah as Opportunity’s candidate for New Plymouth and outlined the experience she brings from small business, manufacturing, social services, mental-health...

A taonga slipping away: protecting Taranaki’s longfin eels

by Adrian Sole | Aug 20, 2026 | Sarah’s Perspective, Taranaki

Previously published by The Ngāmotu Advocate on 1 January 2026.After a longfin eel known to Sarah’s family was killed beside the Waiongana Iti, the community response revealed how deeply local people care about their waterways and native species.Sarah’s reflection...