Bay of Plenty Direct Health Board candidates
Saturday 12 October 2019 is your chance to vote for the next Bay of
Plenty District Health Board. Twenty-one people are seeking election
for seven positions on the board.
All candidates have listed the Bay of Plenty District Health Board area as their
place of residence. Their profi les are in Health Matters in alphabetical order.
Follow the link below for information about any potential confl icts of interest.
https://www.bopdhb.govt.nz/media/62684/bopdhb-board-member-candidates-2019.pdf
Hori AHOMIRO
Hori is a Registered Social Worker and Mental
Health Advisor/Cultural lead with a special
interest in Kaupapa Māori and Indigenous
models of health and wellbeing. He has
applicable systemic and practical experience
within Iwi, social services, community and
government health environments. He is a
respectful advocate, of bicultural social work, human rights,
natural justice and the implementation of the principles of Te
Tiriti o Waitangi. He aims to add his experience and skill set to
help transform and improve our current poor health statistics
and outcomes for Māori and other patients in our BOPDHB
region. His background includes Governance, Management and
leadership of whānau, hapū and iwi, including that of local and
national mental health, social work, community, psychiatry and
health quality and safety commission boards and affi liated Māori
advisory groups.
MIS (Hons) BSW, Reg SW, Dip Ad Ed, Clinical and Mataora
Supervisor.
Mark ARUNDEL
My pharmacy career and experience with
BOPDHB has been about quality care,
compassion and dignity for patients and
healthcare staff while achieving value for
money within available funding. Most of
what eff ects health occurs in education,
employment, housing and welfare, outside
‘health system control’. I believe our health
system, which is mainly people, is at a tipping point now and
our politicians must be compelled to ask New Zealanders if we
are prepared to contribute more to the costs of healthcare and it’s
determinants, before we are forced to reduce services in the face
of unprecedented demands. Technology and innovation will not
deliver fast enough. Capable dedicated people in every part of our
health system are under unsustainable pressure now. I ask your
support to deliver these messages to our responsible Ministers of
Health and Finance to help ensure our reasonable expectations
can be met into the future.
Bev EDLIN
Re-Elect Dr Bev Edlin DBA, MBA, FGNZ,
CFInstD
As a current Board Member with a wide
range of proven business skills, coupled
with extensive governance experience,
expertise and practical involvement in
large organisations, I remain dedicated and
focussed to the task of ensuring this large, complex and specialist
organisation delivers appropriate and needed health-related
services to our communities today; while planning for its future.
I currently chair the BOPDHB’s Community Public Health and
Disability Advisory Committee. I am a member of its Audit-
Finance-Risk and Strategic Health Committees. I also represent
BOPDHB on two Lakes DHB’s Advisory Committees. My
promise; “To ensure your District Health Board eff ectively and
strategically leads the organisation into the future by becoming
even more fi nancially savvy so it can continue delivering
professional, eff ective and timely health services and facilities for
all who need them.” Ehara taku toa I te toa takatahi engari, he toa
takitini.
Geoff ESTERMAN
Dr Geoff Esterman. MBChB. Dip Obs
FRNZCGP
As a New Zealand born and trained General
Practitioner working in Tauranga for 30 years,
I am aware of patient needs. My re-election
will allow me to continue to be a voice for
patients from someone who understands the
system. Hospital dynamics are complex, but I understand them
well. I have been on the DHB for 6 years; Chairing the Hospital
Advisory Committee and being the Board Observer on the
Clinical Governance Board. General Practice and community
needs are also complex. My involvement with patients and
Primary Healthcare boards means I can better advocate for
wider health solutions. Our family has loved holidaying in
Opotiki for 20 years. Our experiences all contribute to my
excellent knowledge of the Bay of Plenty health system from all
perspectives. I have the unique skill set required to achieve better
outcomes for patients. Please re-elect me..
Ian FINCH
Driving Better Health Outcomes For All
I am an optometrist practicing in
Whakatane for 28 years I have an history
of governance in both business and
community. I am married to Sue (midwife)
for 40 yrs. I have three children and three
grandchildren. I am passionate about
achieving the best health outcomes for everyone in the BOP.
As a health professional I see how poor health aff ects the daily
life of so many individuals. I see how inequity aff ects health
- it is incumbent upon us all to care for the ones who have the
least opportunity to care for themselves. Using my governance
experience I will help shape a health authority which fulfi ls
those aims. It is important our health authority demonstrates
a culture of care not only for its patients but also for its
employees. My experience in helping nurture positive culture
change in a variety of environment’s will prove benefi cial in
this regard.
Sneha GRAY
The right to quality healthcare is essential
to sustaining our identity, and therefore it
is imperative to have diverse people on the
board with expertise in both clinical and
non-clinical care. While we have made
improvements, we still struggle to provide
an environment where all patients can
access dignifi ed healthcare. Research shows that those who are
aff orded dignity both physically and psychologically respond
better to their treatment, and so it is incumbent upon us to create
a health system that provides that dignity. With an in-depth
knowledge of people and identity, local and international
expertise in varied areas including place development;
governance; and effi cient communications, Sneha brings with
her unique skillsets that will be an asset. Sneha’s work at the
Auckland DHB and access to services at the BOPDHB has
given her a good understanding of the DHB system. She is
currently fi nishing up her doctorate on place and identity. Sneha
is also standing for the Kawerau District Council.
Marion GUY
Registered nurse, Masters of Nursing,
QSO. Many years’ experience working in
the community and hospital throughout
the region. Other experience includes 5
terms BOPDHB; health leadership and
governance roles both nationally and
internationally. These diverse experiences
are complementary and benefi t each other. As a nurse I have
considerable knowledge of how the health system works,
assisting me to make informed decisions on the issues
presented. My clinical and governance background gives me
an understanding of issues facing health providers and the
community. This enables me to highlight gaps in the delivery
of timely and eff ective services, along with suggestions for
improvement. Planning to meet future demand is a challenge.
People need to have a choice of healthcare service that suits
their individual need. I remain committed to ensuring all people
in our region have the best quality healthcare services that are
aff ordable and accessible. Re-elect Marion Guy -
Vote Number 1.
Joel HINGSTON
As an ambulance offi cer I get a unique
insight into all aspects of the Bay of
Plenty health sector. Along with my work
on the ambulance I work with St John in
the community health area pushing for
innovation and aiming to deliver community
focused health initiatives that improve
outcomes. This work has highlighted how a DHB that supports
innovative ideas and technologies enhances health across the
region for all communities. As part of the DHB I will support
the region to be a leader in innovative healthcare that embraces
new ideas and technology, while still maintaining the positive
work already being done. With a focus on how we can adapt
and grow as a health sector, I will work to enhance the health of
the entire region.
Callum HUNTER
Independent
Having grown up in Tauranga, while living
with, and overcoming, serious illness with the
support of the BOPDHB, I bring a patient-
focussed approach to healthcare - knowing
personally how the DHB - its people, and
their service, can improve the lives of all in
our community, because they greatly improved mine. I currently
work as a communications professional in the advertising
industry, and am excited at the opportunity to use my skills to
ensure that the board continues to make positive, responsible
progress, so that every person in the community receives the
very best care. In particular, I’ll look to ensure we’re engaging
with all in the community; listening to, and providing for, your
needs, clearly communicating the services available - and, as
importantly, how you can access them. For a fresh voice on the
BOPDHB, representing you, and the whole community, vote
Callum Hunter.
Mawera KARETAI
Driving Better Health Outcomes For All
I off er my skills and energy to support the
people and communities of the BOP in
achieving positive health outcomes for all.
My interests are: A child’s fi rst 1000 days; the
impact of ourenvironment on the health and
wellbeing of families; and sensible prevention
strategies to improve health outcomes across the BOP. With
useful skills and experience in governance, I have been eff ective
in driving positive change on various boards. My Bachelor of
Applied Management and Masters in Environmental Management
have provided a solid foundation for my professional governance
practice. With knowledge in fi nance and investment I know
the right questions to ask to ensure we are using your money
to best support you, your family, our communities and your
medical professionals. My family supports me. I will attend
board meetings ready to work, having read and understood Board
papers. Thank you, I would appreciate your vote.
Ka toro atu tōku katoa ki te hapori o Te Moana-a-Toitehuatahi,
kia whakapiki te hauora o te katoa. Koinei aku whāinga matua:
Ngā rā 1000 o te tamaiti mai i tōna whānautanga; te
tāhawahawatanga o te taiao, te whakatakoto rautaki hei
whakatenatena i te hauora me te orangatangatonutanga a ngā
whānau.
Nā runga i aku pūkenga, ka taea te turuki haere ngā kaupapa e
whai hua ai tātau mai i ngā poari maha. Ko tōku tūāpapa i roto i
ngā mahi, ko Te Tohu Paetahi mō Ngā Whakahaerenga Tau, me
Te Tohu Paerua Tiaki Taiao.
E mārama ana au ki ngā take pūtea, whakangao pūtea hoki,
ā, ka tuku pātai e tika ana kia tautoko i a koe, i tōu whānau, i tōu
hapori me ngā ngaio hauora. Ko tōku anō whānau, tōku pakihiwi
kaha.
E kore e ārikarika aku mihi ki a koutou mēnā ka pōti i a au.