42 years ago, my wife and I bought our house amongst the Kauri on the South Titirangi Peninsula, raised two Children here, now four Grandchildren come to stay and play. We all enjoy walking the tracks, the artistic communities and visiting local cafes. I have worked as a Chartered Accountant, Financial Controller, and Company Director. If elected I will bring these skills to the job. On weekends, I set trap lines for Rats and Possums and work with environmental groups. I am committed to preserving and enhancing our environment. The Anniversary Weekend deluge showed the importance of developing resilience in the Ranges, for people, property, tracks, roads and services. If elected my goal is to improve our resilience. The Council can be run more efficiently, and this will mean we can do more for the environment and for our people. Please vote for me and the Future West team.