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If you are frustrated by slow progress on any of your projects, I can help. I do this by writing and editing a broad range of council documents, including strategies, policies, bylaws and plans.
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“Debra is a highly proficient writer and policy analyst. Debra always delivers what she says she will in a professional manner and in a way that is engaging and easily understood.”
Matt Heale, Manager Environment, Nelson City Council
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My particular skill is translating complex issues into accurate and easy to understand information. I am passionate about clear writing to support consultation and decision-making processes.
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Five ways to be more productive
Everyone knows New Zealand would be better off making furniture (and houses) rather than exporting raw logs. While productivity is a bit of an ugly word, there’s a lot to like about creating more value in less time, or with fewer resources. It’s highly likely to lead...
Councils can respond to the climate emergency
The groundswell of councils signing up to climate emergency declarations recognises the need to take large scale actions over the next 10 years. Christchurch, Nelson, Hawke’s Bay, Auckland, Kāpiti Coast, Wellington and Dunedin councils have already made this...
Eight ways to improve your infrastructure strategy
The Long-Term Plan cycle sure comes around quickly! It feels like we just finished the last one, but now it's time to think how councils can improve on their 2018 infrastructure strategies for the 2021 Long-Term Plan (LTP). I was involved in writing three...