Age 78. Working life: 13 years primary teaching; 30 years in teacher education and training. Interests: history, local history, music, theatre, Probus. Married to Joyce for 53 years, one adult son, Paul.

I’m Paul Feekes, the consumer representative on the Board. I am married with three children and have always lived in Palmerston North. This is my first year on the Board, but I have been involved with Manawatu Supporting Families for approximately three years.

Kia Ora Koutou. Having been associated with the mental health sector for many years, I feel privileged to also have a small part to play in the governance structure of Manawatu Supporting Families. Currently work as an educator at a local tertiary institute and maintain a strong interest in the clinical sector.

development over the past year. I’m also passionate about families and I believe that family/whanau is the cornerstone of the health and well being of this great community in the Manawatu. I care about this community and its well being and believe that as a board member I can add value to this progressive and wonderfully diverse organisation. I like hanging out with my family at picnic spots, reading and going to the City library, gardening, walking our dog with my son and eating good food. See you around the Drop-in-Centre!

27 years experience as a husband of a psychiatric survivor. Board member of Supporting Families for around five years. General Manager Operations of MASH Trust Board. Qualified in marriage guidance; Certificate in Social Studies, Victoria University.