Melissa McGrath

Melissa has 17 years of experience in resource management planning.  Melissa has worked for local authorities throughout the Northland Region, most recently as District Plan Manager at Whangārei District Council. During her time at Whangārei District Council, Melissa worked internationally with Pacific Aid, undertaking policy work in Vanuatu.  Melissa previously worked in private consultancy, undertaking consenting and policy work throughout New Zealand.  Melissa has a range of planning experience in consenting, policy development, consultation and public engagement.  Melissa has a Masters in Resource Management from Massey University and is a full member of the New Zealand Planning Institute.