I already have a track record of getting on with people I don’t agree with - I date across the divide. On the campaign trail, I wouldn’t have any trouble explaining what I bring to the role, as I’d only have one policy: Don’t be a dick. Actually, someone really did encourage me to stand for election to the Dunedin City Council once. My sole policy, don’t be a dick (tator), would prevent that happening, were I to get elected. Not at the moment, of course, where the tone is ridiculous, but you know, if there was a proper council going on.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 15, 2026 20:13 UTC