I started my professional career in education as a secondary school teacher of history and social science at Freyberg High School. My relationship with Freyberg has come full circle. I started there as a student, then as a teacher, and finally as a trustee on the school board. In one particular year, my siblings Rachel, Luke, and I occupied the roles of parent, student, and staff trustee respectively, so my family is aware of the value of local communities being involved in the governance of local schools. Freyberg taught me much, and it's special to have many of my Freyberg connections in the gallery tonight. My early years were also where I established lifelong friendships. My longest friendship stems from form 1 at Ross Intermediate, so to Stacey and your partner Karl, thank you for being here tonight. To Sheree, Caleb, Tanya, and your partners, my thanks for the ongoing support and encouragement you have shown to me over the years. These are the values, observations, experiences, and the people that have guided me on my journey to New Zealand's House of Representatives.