Kia ora - I'm Xan, and I'm running for Local Board because I love Waiheke, and am committed to champion the needs of its residents and its environment as a Local Board Member. My experience (and passion!) is in building community and community spaces, sustainability of people and the planet, cycling, and the arts. I have created community-building events, lead cycling initiatives, advocated for the environment and created change in city bylaws. I work with organisations focused on disabililty, mental health and aged populations, and am on two performing arts boards - Auckland City of Music and Artworks Community Theatre, in addition to the Waiheke Connect and Cycle Action Waiheke committees. Listening to the community, considering different perspectives and advocating for collective needs - while pushing to protect Waiheke's fragile environment - results in positive outcomes for all. You can find me at the Bowling Club on Wednesday nights!