Gail has an extensive regulatory and compliance background of 14 years as an Alcohol Licensing Inspector for Auckland Council. Before becoming an Alcohol Licensing Inspector, she was employed in another regulatory and compliance position as a Parking Officer for six years with the former Manukau City Council. Gail has worked in government agencies for a total of 30 years. She worked with CYFS (as they were known then) as a care giver for abused children. Gail is a people person and a sport fan. She is an avid All Blacks supporter, and also enjoys rugby league, netball, soccer and other community sports teams.