I was raised in Oratia and now reside in Karekare - West Auckland is in my blood. I’ve served our community as Chairman and Chief of the Karekare Volunteer Fire Brigade, and I run a local marine engineering business. I’m standing with the West Auckland Licensing Trust Action Group (WALTAG) because I believe it’s time for real change. Most West Aucklanders have never had the chance to vote on the alcohol monopoly - the last referendum was more than 20 years ago. That’s not right. I support a new vote, and a modern model that delivers more hospitality choice, fewer pokies, and more money returned to our community. I want full transparency, and I believe the two Trusts should be amalgamated for greater efficiency and accountability. Let’s bring the Trusts into the 21st century and give West Aucklanders the say they deserve.