But my election was never my journey alone; it was also testament to the relentless, positive energy of our local Labour team led by our electorate chair, Hilary Chidlow. To all of our supporters, our donors, and our volunteers, all of my aroha to you, and thank you. I want to acknowledge my partner, Anthony, who is a front-line doctor at Auckland Hospital. I thank him for his support, and I thank him for the relentless drive and faith that he has had in me.