James a dedicated and community-focused candidate who has spent his life immersed in the vibrant Devonport/Takapuna area. Raised locally and now settled in Devonport for over five years with his young family, James understands and deeply values the area's distinctive character and heritage. With degrees in Psychology and Criminology, alongside a successful career spanning marketing, start-ups, and digital technology, James delivers innovation, strategic insight, and pragmatic solutions to local governance. Committed to protecting Devonport/Takapuna’s cherished green spaces and heritage features, James also prioritises responsible spending and ensuring community voices are heard clearly in local decision-making. As a proud local parent, James is driven by a passion to offer sustainable, sensible outcomes that preserve and enhance the exceptional quality of life and opportunities the area provides - ensuring future generations, including his own children, can continue to share and enjoy those great community experiences.