Collette was born and bred in the Waikato and has brought her family up in Hamilton.  After spending several years overseas with her family in the USA on an international assignment she started her real estate career with Lodge Real Estate in 2009.

Having owned a property in Tairua since 2005, she has enjoyed spending time in Tairua with her husband and their three children.  After recently returning from a further overseas assignment she is happy to now be a part of the very motivated and successful Richardson’s team.

Collette’s work life began as a legal secretary which gave her a sound foundation in the operation of sale and purchase agreements.  From here she progressed and spent many years working as an executive assistant.

Collette has a cheerful personality and a positive attitude.  She also has a capacity for listening to customer needs and an ability to develop trusting relationships.  Her legal experience coupled with a high level of organizational skills ensures your real estate needs will be carried out professionally, efficiently and personally.