Veteran high-profile Noosa Councillor.  Former local government planner and environment manager.  Strong voting record on resident and environment issues. Long connections with community, environment and sporting groups including Noosa Lions Football Club and Resident & Ratepayers Association. Record of prioritising the interests of residents. Has argued strongly for a resident focus in development of a Destination Management Plan. Wants to restrict growth of whole house STAs, and focus compliance on rowdy STAs and encroachment on public land.  Supporter of the Bring Back the Fish and TNC Oyster Reef restoration Program, and Noosa River Plan including public consultation.