As a practical, straight-talking South Otago farmer, I’ve seen firsthand how difficult it is to get things done. Yet I know the value of hard work, and believe every dollar of your rates must be spent wisely.

I will tackle wasteful spending, curb these unsustainable rates hikes, restore accountability to the decision-making process, and refocus the Council on its core duties – managing our rivers, floods, freshwater, and biosecurity and making it easier for people to use their own land.