Selwyn has a higher than New Zealand average population of under 15 year olds - too young to vote, but not too young to count.  Looking after their long term interests benefits everybody.

At 42 years of age and as a mother of 10 and 12 year old children, I appreciate the importance of a positive future in a vibrant and thriving district, one where people and communities matter.

In my first term as a councillor, I have advocated for improved walk and cycle ways, libraries, public transport, social services and urban planning as well as improved communication between council and yourselves.  Recognising that good facilities are also important, my involvement ranges from swimming facilities to older persons housing to recreational opportunities.

I am committed to working towards a district that values all it’s resources – our people, our environment and our culture, one that we are proud to call home.

Top 5 Issues

1. Improving Communication:
   Improving interaction between all parties across the district and beyond.
   
   Good communication leads to good decision making.
2. Supporting the four 'well-beings'.
   Under the Local Government Act, councils are charged with promoting the social, economic, environmental and cultural well-being of communities in the present and in the future.
   For our district to thrive, we need to ensure all these areas are being looked after, particularly water, the most important resource of all.
3. Building strong and resilient communities:
   The proximity of Christchurch has advantages and disadvantages for our district. Many of our residents spend more time in Christchurch than in Selwyn, especially for work and leisure.
   
4. Transportation:
   We spend a huge amount maintaining our large roading network, but that is only part of our transportation network. Private vehicles, while important for mobility, disconnect people and communities. More focus on public transport, walking and cycling improves our local connectivity and is more sustainable in the long term.
5. Commitment:
   The wellbeing of our district is important to me. I was born and raised here and am now raising my children here. Over the last three years I have had the privilege of working for our district and have gained the knowledge and skills to be even more effective over the next three years.

Personal Profile

Born and raised in the Darfield area (Malvern Ward).  Lived in Christchurch 11 years before returning to Selwyn District in 1996. 

Qualifications: Diploma in Business Studies (ChCh College of Education) and part ownership in a certificate presented to Mum and Dad for being the best parents ever.

Previous roles: Prior to becoming a Councillor in 2007 I have held part time roles combined with being a primary caregiver.  Also 12 years in banking

Current Portfolios: Sport and Recreation, Leisure Facilities, Community Development (Youth and Education), Libraries, Strategic Planning

Other Councillor Roles: Aquatic Facilities Steering Group, Selection panel Canterbury Water Management Strategy Selwyn-Waihora Zone, Passenger Transport Advisory Group, Older Persons Housing Working Party, Selwyn Central History Project Working Party, Christchurch Little River Rail Trail Trust, Creative NZ Assessment Committee, SPARC Rural Travel Fund Assessment Committee