I emigrated to NZ in 1996, settling in the Bays. We moved to Dairy Flat in 2014. I'm passionate about Dairy Flat and have immersed myself in the local community. Currently, chair both Redvale Waste Management CLC and Blackbridge Environmental Protection Society and serve on DF Hall committee. I've petitioned Council for safer waterways, roading and infrastructure. Involved with Pest Free DF and Friends of Green Park, doing volunteer tree planting, weed and pest eradication. Have taught chess at DF, Waitoki and Home Schools. Founder member of DF Toastmasters. Have served as BoT member of DF Primary and Glenfield College. Chaired Owners' Committee of 40 story high rise in Auckland. I pride myself on listening to what people need and finding win-win solutions to problems. I'll work unstintingly for the issues that affect our area. If you ask family, friends and neighbours to vote, that will be really appreciated.