Date and place of birth 12^th January 1964. Northern Ireland

 Ethnicity European

Current residence and electorate Papakura

Educational and vocational qualifications MSc (Hons) Health. BSc Midwifery. Post-grad certificate in health professional education. Post-grad certificate in food & nutrition. Farming certificate. Certified RMA Hearing Commissioner.

Current occupation Registered Midwife

Previous occupations Registered nurse

Other work experience (inc. voluntary/unpaid) Farming and equestrian business owner. MERAS union Auckland regional organizer.

Community connections Papakura District Councillor 2001- 2010. Papakura Local Board member 2010- current. Involved in ‘SavePapakura’ group opposed to the Supercity . In 2007 petitioned parliament for changes to the Sale of Liquor Act and have opposed a number of off-licence liquor applications. .

Policy Interests/Expertise Local government, waste minimization, public transport, civil defence. Animal welfare. Safe food.

Additional information I share my life with a number of animals and am a member of several animal charities. I have long time interest in food and gardening.

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