Dunedin's six new council candidates say they are stepping into their new role at what most describe as a diverse council. "There’s some fresh positivity, I think that’s extremely important.A greater female presence added another dimension to the council. Age: 45Born: DunedinBrought up: Dunedin (apart from six years in Auckland)Schooling: Bayfield High SchoolEmployment history: Social Welfare worker, NZ Police, business owner. Employment history: Administration, support worker, community volunteer. Occupation: Community worker.

Source: Otago Daily Times October 09, 2016 17:03 UTC