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I’m a coach, mentor, and community connector. Through AMOKURA Coaching I support people of all ages to move, live well, and build confidence.
I’m currently President of BNI Silverdale, a board member at StepsForward Hibiscus Coast, and part of the junior committee at Silverdale Rugby Club. I run programmes at Ōrewa College, and I’ve worked with the police to coach / mentor at-risk youth, and supported groups like the Hauora Youth Network and other charities. My approach is simple: do the right things, for the right people, for the right reasons.
Priorities for the Local Board
Keep rates fair and spending smart, so locals aren’t priced out.
Protect and strengthen our coastlines, with long-term, practical solutions.
Support local businesses with stronger networks and community partnerships.
Maintain and improve our parks, libraries, and sports fields by working with community groups, businesses, and volunteers to stretch tight budgets further.
I believe in health, connection, and community. I want the Local Board to be a voice for locals, making decisions with our people, not just for them.
Make your voice count – vote now
Local body elections are coming to a close, and Hibiscus Coast residents still have time to make their vote count. Voting closes at 12 noon on Saturday, October 11, so if you haven’t posted your voting papers yet, now is the time. As we go to print, only 17.9 percent of registered voters have returned their votes, according to the official figures. With only a week to go, it represents only a small fraction of eligible voters. Although turnout on the Hibiscus Coast tends to be stronger than the rest of Auckland, last election, it was still only 42.5 per cent, and every vote makes a difference. This election will decide who sits on the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board, Albany Ward councillor seats, and positions across Auckland Council. These are the people making decisions that affect our day-to-day lives – from how much we pay in rates, to whether our parks, footpaths, libraries and coastal reserves are cared for. If you have not posted your voting papers by Tuesday, the safest option is to drop them in person at a ballot box. Local libraries, council service centres, and some supermarkets across the Coast have secure drop-off points. For those who want to follow the results as they happen, Hibiscus Matters will post the results online on election day. Local elections often come down to a handful of votes. This is your chance to have a say in shaping the community’s future. Don’t leave it for others to decide – fill out your form, return it, and make sure your voice is heard.
