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Work Background
Wairoa District CouncilMaori Relationships Manager
Sep. 2014 - Apr. 2017Wairoa, Hawkes BayProvide advice to and liaison between the Council and its Committees, Council staff and the community in respect to council activities and their relationship with and impact on tangata whenua. I also interface with artistic and business development opportunities for the Wairoa community. I help to raise awareness and aspirations for a higher level of engagement in developing self, family and community.
I assist in creating the ultimate living environment. I facilitate a vibrant attractive and thriving district, by developing sustainable lifestyles based around our unique environment; thereby making Wairoa the envy of New Zealand and recognised worldwide.
Red Earth DiningCo-Owner
Apr. 2011 - Oct. 2012Tanah MerahOwnership and management of our very own cafe business is a project borne many years ago. It brings to the fore many skills both learned and acquired from staff management to budgeting to workplace health and safety, right up to liaising with government and local officers. Our cafe is situated in a quite suburb well away from the bustle of major shopping centres, and for those preferring the quiet coffee and meals it had everything they could wish for and order. Staff were well trained but also had that inbuilt hospitality about them. Local patronage is building up; private functions are regular.
A wonderful place to relax and dine.
Professionals Logan LifestylesSales Professional
Mar. 2008 - Jan. 2011Brisbane has long been a destination of choice as visitors aspire to become locals, individuals find expressive and creative outlets and families turn into dynasties. Sometimes it’s the small things that make the difference in accepting or appreciating a new job, new home, new lifestyle or new environment.
Backed up by over 100 cumulative years of service by top salespeople in three Professionals Logan Lifestyles offices, David brings a mix of talent, tools, tact and taste to the negotiating table that is often misunderstood by buyers and vendors alike. The use of modern technology especially in marketing is still only used by a mere handful of agents like David but thanks to the marketing and business training received via Deakin University, it becomes a very effective arsenal in delivering agreeable outcomes. David believes in honesty and integrity in dealing with buyers and sellers alike. He has the benefit of support from a effective administration team as well as mentoring by two of the Professionals top salespeople, one of which has notched up over 25 years service in the Browns Plains and immediate areas. He currently operates as a remote agent. “I believe there is no more fulfilling role than that of being a parent. The skills and knowledge acquired along the road of parenthood more than equips one with the tools to manage and run even the largest of corporations. As an entertainer and musician, singer/songwriter and producer I have learnt the art of open mindedness, creativity, solutions finding, thinking outside the box and the pursuit of excellence. As a parent I have mastered the complex and patience-challenging art of negotiation.” David Tipoki So, if you are considering buying or selling, let David connect you and get the help of a Professional.
Queensland Transcultural Mental Health CentreMaori Community Representative
Jan. 2008 - Dec. 2008519 Kessels Rd, MacgregorRepresenting the Maori Community implementing a programme to reduce the stigma associated with mental health. This community position was unpaid and voluntary.
Security Industry CompaniesSecurity Qualified Operative
Jan. 2000 - Jan. 2009Queensland, AustraliaHave operated as both covert and uniform officer. Also some nights with or without guard dogs securing warehouses, shopping centres and venue car parks. Managing teams of security personnel for major events, mobile patrols and licensed premises.
ACS Security. Ernest 0416056729 Securing Westfield Shopping Centre sites in Brisbane.
SDS Security. Sales and Marketing, Covert armed escort via Chubb.
Business Loss Prevention Services, 460 Beaudesert Rd. Salisbury, Q. 4107. Phone 37153806 – Coles, Myer, Bi-Lo, PicknPay, Makro Warehouses.
Duties included detection and apprehending criminal activity; reducing shrinkage via system and covert checks; investigation of fraudulent activity.
QHSS Phone 3257 0020 – Crowd Control services, venue security and public relations.
Northern Security Solutions – Crazy Clarkes, Makro Warehouse, Caboolture RSL Club. Duties included static guard and retail loss prevention both uniformed and covert.
Forest Lakes Rangers, Forest Lake Shopping Centre, Forest Lakes. Contact Shane Eather 0421372470. Static guard, Mobile Patrols, Shopping Centre patrol and general security operations; managing Security sites and leading team members.
David Jones. Ian Docherty 0404014180. Retail loss prevention and risk management, Shrinkage management, CCTV Intellex monitoring
Waka ProductionsOwner
Jan. 1996Nambour, Queensland, Australia
Queensland Arts CouncilPerforming Artist
Apr. 1987 - Oct. 2002BrisbanePerformed popular shows "Hang Loose Papa Goose" and "ELUA! Celebrate the Pacific" throughout Queensland Primary Schools
Delivered a quality assessed performance that promotes leadership, mutual respect for other cultures, integrated learning through interaction with audience
Promoted an alternative thought patterns for achieving solutions through the use of the dramatic performances
Provided a historical perspective of the Polynesian people before and since discovery by Cook
Taught a number of songs and dances allowing for an active learning method designed to further enhance an acceptance of Polynesian culture
Managed the complete touring process including relevant staff, artists and contractors
Polytainment RecordsOwner
Oct. 1978BrisbaneDuring the great feasts and special functions held on the traditional marae of David's home area of Wairoa, all the young boys of his age were roped into helping with kitchen and cleaning duties mostly. Those who have actually experienced these activities know the huge amount of effort that goes into catering for visitors and families alike and everyone is expected to chip in.
Not David. There just wasn’t enough fun in it. In order to dodge the "menial" chores undertaken by his contemporaries David would linger at the front of the marae where all the formal speech-making, story-telling, dancing and singing was going on. Before long the history, the geneologies, the culture, the rhythms and rhymes of his Maori heritage started to sink in and stick in his mind. Luckily he appreciated his learning experiences and started to expand on what he was taught. If there is anything to describe David's style you need to meet the man; rootsy, rythmic, rallying, restful and sometimes raw. When he is wailing away on his electric guitars is when he is portraying the pain of his ancestors in their sacrifice to make a better place for their mokopuna (grandchildren). Listen to his acoustic guitar work and you might pick out the sounds of the bush, the rivers, the lakes, the birds, even the mountains speak through him. You'll never hear ukulele played in the style he does unless you happen to be on the big island of Hawaii. But if you just want to "chill", the lap steel guitar played in the Hawaiian style is probably your best selection.
David is definitely not pop! But he can rock and wail. Meet the man through his music, you'll get the picture; and he has been doing this since very young in years.
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