Jaaron Tihema
Age: 24
Ethnicity: NZ Maori/European

What do you do i.e. school/training/ work
Butcher

How long have you been on the Youth Committee
First year.

Why did you join the Youth Committee
To try to become a part of a solution instead of remaining a part of the problem through neutrality.

What do you want to see in Wanganui for young people
Something to keep youth off the streets (or couch) and on a more positive, productive buzz.

What do you want to be when you grow up
More help than hindrance.

What are your goals for the future
To always be able to protect and provide for my family.

What do you want to achieve out of life
Health and happiness.

Describe your family and what they mean to you
I’m married with two boys. My family means everything.

Favourite food
Asian

Favourite music
2Pac, Aaliyah, Biggie (R.I.P.), DDB, DMX, Eminem, Jadakiss, Jay-Z, Lupe Fiasco, Kanye, MJ, Nas, Royce 5’9’’, TQ, Usher, some Rock and Motown.

What’s your ‘style’
Rugged B-Boy, Lower-middle-class Hustler.

Favourite shop in Wanganui
Noodle Canteen

Favourite place to be
Outside

What do you do for fun
Art, Break, Chill with fam & friends.

Favourite episode of Sponge Bob and why
Don’t watch it.

Favourite TV Show
Avatar, Lost

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