Jeanette Fitzsimons

LIst Candidate Only

Born 1945

Lives in Kauaeranga Valley, Thames

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For the last 12 years I've been proud to see the Greens raise issues and points of view never before heard in parliamentary debate in this country. In many ways we have changed the law, and are starting to change hearts and minds. Eventually we will change the paradigm. At this election our issues are mainstream and centre stage as never before, but the underlying truths about causes are still not understood. I want us to seize the opportunity that this creates to grow the influence of the Green Party to new levels so Aotearoa will be sustainable and fair for all of us, for our grandchildren, and for all the other beings we share it with.

Contact information
Phone:	07 868 6641
Email:	jeanette.fitzsimons@greens.org.nz

Work and life experience

MP 12 years.

Previous employment: Uni tutor then lecturer, 12 years; freelance researcher; language teacher; school teacher.

Voluntary work: voluntary work for environmental NGOs.

Qualifications and training

BA Dip Tchg

Political background

Co-leader since 1995; first elected 1996.

Public policy interests: Energy, especially sustainable energy solutions; environment including toxics, waste, environmental law; transport.

Community and other involvement

Values Party candidate 1977, 1978, 1981; Greens since 1990; Biological Producers Council 1989-90; Environmental Council 1985-88.

Raised two children; involved in managing organic farm; previously violinist and singer.

More about Jeanette: a brief biography