Having just been re-elected in April, 2008 to my second term on Council, I am ready for another four years.
It's been a pleasure to represent the residents of Waters Ward of the Darwin City Council since 2002.
I have been a Territory resident since 1971, when I came here to join the NT Police as a young 23 year old.
I remained a member of the police until 2002, when I reached retirement age. During my 31 years service I worked throughout the Territory in a number of positions. Additionally, in 1973/74, I was seconded to the Australian Police Contingent and served for 12 months as part of the United Nations Peacekeeping Forces in Cyprus (UNFICYP) – a valuable learning experience. Additionally, I was privileged to serve in a security role as a volunteer at the Atlanta Olympics in 1996.
I am divorced and have two Territory born children who now live in Sydney. Caitlin, met her husband Daryl here in Darwin when he was stationed here with the Army. I also have two lovely grandchildren.
Community service is nothing new to me, having been involved in community activities since my teens. More recently, I am probably better known for my 18 years voluntary commitment to the Blue Light Disco. |