I am pleased to be campaigning as a candidate in the 2025 NPDC North Ward election to provide voters with a credible alternative and more effective voice for real change on issues that matter to them.

I am standing to ensure genuine advocacy in Council for NPDC North Ward, answerable to the community on key local matters.

Voters should keep in mind that every $1.35m of OPEX (operational expenditure) will shift rates by one per cent and every $15m of CAPEX (capital expenditure) would also shift rates by one per cent. Source: ECM 9125315

Our local community – residents, businesses and voluntary sector – deserve better. I prefer approaches that boost local development and protect property rights without unnecessary burdens.

I am a family man; I have served 13 years on a yr 0-13 independent school board, including 10 years as chair, and recently retired after 16 years as General Manager of a company managing significant oil terminals, fueling Auckland and Northland. These roles have given me a valuable governance, leadership, and collaborative skillset.

I believe the private and voluntary sector, not council bureaucracy, is where the capacity for innovation, creative thought and prosperity comes from.

I want to reduce the size and overreach of council operations and stick to core business.

I am a strong advocate for free enterprise. I believe we need to stand up for economic and personal freedoms and I will represent the people of NPDC North Ward in ensuring these are protected.