Audrey Sonerson

Director-General of Health, Ministry of Health, NZ

Audrey Sonerson is the Director-General of Health and Chief Executive of the Ministry of Health, a role she was appointed to in April 2025. Audrey started her career at the Ministry of Health and has also worked in The Treasury’s health team. Audrey holds a Master of Commerce and Administration with her thesis focusing on health economics.

Audrey held senior positions at The Treasury, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Police, and the Ministry of Justice. Her most recent appointment was as Secretary of Transport and Chief Executive of the Ministry of Transport.

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