As a lifelong West Aucklander, I take pride in continuing to build my life and raise my family in the community where I grew up. I’m a local tradesman who stands by hard work, honesty, and no-nonsense solutions. That’s why I’m standing with the Westwards team to bring fresh energy, real accountability, and a community-first approach to the Portage Licensing Trust. I believe the Trust’s profits should fund local recreational and community assets like playgrounds, walking tracks, sports teams, and clubs - not vanity projects or bureaucracy. I’ll push for transparency and a simpler, fairer grants process. Our community deserves leadership that listens and I'm open to a community-led referendum if there's a desire for change, because I believe in empowering people to shape the future of our community together. Vote Jared Cathcart and the Westwards team for practical leadership that delivers real results for West Auckland.