I was born, grew up and was largely educated in the Netherlands. I have travelled and lived in many interesting places worldwide where I have worked with individuals, couples and families from range of cultural groups. My experience as a development worker as an Australian Volunteers Abroad in the Solomon Islands was a big learning curve and an honour to have worked with the traditional people.
On a personal note, I am married to Albert and I have 3 daughters and 2 grandsons.
My heart activity is bushwalking and singing in a multi-faith choir and we perform regularly in age care facilities. I have a keen int
