The Tauranga General constituency gave me a great show of support in electing me so handsomely to the Bay of Plenty Regional Council at the recent local body elections.
The election period was a difficult one for me, as I was the victim of the recent virus that swept Tauranga and ended with me experiencing the delights of pneumonia for the first time.
The timing could not have been worse, as I was unable to participate as much as I would have wished in the debates that lead up to the election.
In the circumstances, I feel very humbled I still managed to poll so well. Of course, I will do my best to represent the whole region during my term in office, and in particular the Tauranga constituency to which I am elected.
It would be easy to make promises at the commencement of office. All I do promise is I will carry out my duties to the best of my ability and without fear of favour.
In the longer term, I wish only to be judged on my performance.
Having lived in Tauranga now for some 10 years, I am excited to have the opportunity to make this wonderful place to live even better.
David Love, Pyes Pa.