Date and place of birth 12th January 1964. Northern Ireland
Ethnicity European
Current residence and electorate Papakura
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.
