Kia Ora, as a current member of the Birkenhead Licensing Trust I am seeking re-election. Having proudly served this community I have a strong understanding and knowledge of the needs of our local community, sporting groups and schools. I have seen first-hand the dedication, energy and amazing results from these organisations and I understand the funding difficulties that they face. As a trustee I'm proud to advocate for our local groups. As the current President of the Trust I have helped to steer the Licensing Trust through a difficult economic environment in order to continue to have funds coming back into our community. I wish to oversee a strategy to ensure the future of the Trust. I have experience as a member of the Kaipātaki Local Board and have a MPhil in Public Policy. I grew up in Kaipātaki and live in Beach Haven with my husband and two boys.