Ernie Buutveld

Full name: Ernie Buutveld
About: Katangitetui, katangitekaroro, katangihokiahau. Tiheimauriora.E nga mana, e nga reo, raurangatira ma, tēna koutou katoa. Kia tau mai ē aroha, nga manaakitanga o teAtua. It is clear there is merit in having long serving members on the national executive - issues are better understood, there is continuity, a sustained focus and established relationships which help maintain good communication links. The breadth and experience Ernie brings to his executive role in these challenging times is well founded. He is a reflective team player and believes in using the strengths of the team to provide a balanced voice with well-reasoned advocacy. He says that the need for a strong sense of collegiality locally and nationally has never been greater. Ernie is principal at Havelock School in Marlborough. Waihoitetoipoto, kauaitetoiroa. Let us keep close together, not wide apart.