Salene Schloffel-Armstrong

Guest writer

Dr Salene Schloffel-Armstrong is a feminist political geographer who writes about collective resources, temporalities and futures of infrastructure. She is currently a postdoctoral research fellow at both Te Whare Wānaka o Aoraki and Waipapa Taumata Rau, and is based in Tāmaki Makaurau.

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The benefits of collectivity: Why free dental care should be a universal basic service

Beyond the obvious economic reasons, there are distinct social benefits too – a sense of shared dignity and respect for all.

By Salene Schloffel-Armstrong | 15th September, 2025

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A slippery slope towards the privatisation of our pools?

Auckland Council wants to outsource the management of 22 of its pools and leisure centres. Here’s what’s at risk.

By Salene Schloffel-Armstrong | 1st August, 2024

Wellington Central Library (Photo: RNZ/Kymberlee Fernandes)

A last bastion of public space? Why the fight over Wellington’s library was so fiery

An urban geographer calmly takes stock.

By Salene Schloffel-Armstrong | 11th March, 2021