A good overview of my, and your other fave's, policy positions

Website Policy.nz has now published the policy positions of our local candidates who've completed the survey.

Posted: September 4, 2025

Bringing education, research, trusts, and industry together; and the problem with Joint Ventures

In my interview with Local Democracy Reporter Zita Campbell I touched on the Council as a facilitator across education, research, business, trusts, and industrial leaders.

Posted: September 3, 2025

A bit of motivation to make a start

I recently did my video interview for the council. As you'll probably later see, sitting in front of the camera talking about myself is not my happy place!

Posted: August 26, 2025

The homeless - what to do?

A few thoughts on our homeless population.

Posted: August 23, 2025

Attending the Gisborne Business and Professional Women's Meet the Candidates Meeting

On September 2, 2025

For members of Gisborne BPW, this is a quick formal opportunity to meet me and hear what I'm thinking on the day!

Posted: August 19, 2025

Insulation - a personal reflection on the Trust Tairāwhiti AGM

A small example among others of what a resilient, insulated place can look like.

Posted: August 17, 2025

Attending the Gisborne Chamber of Commerce Meet the Candidates Debate

On September 11, 2025

For all those interested in building fairly distributed regional wealth, this is a neat opportunity to meet me and hear my take on local economic resilience!

Posted: August 16, 2025

Attending Kiri Te Kanawa Retirement Village's Meet the Candidates Afternoon

On September 18, 2025

For residents of the Kiri Te Kanawa Retirement Village, this is a wonderful chance to meet and chat with me!

Posted: August 12, 2025

Attending U3A's Meet the Candidates Morning

On September 4, 2025

For members of Gisborne U3A, this is a golden opportunity to meet me and hear what I'm thinking on the day!

Posted: August 12, 2025