Raema was born in Australia and she has lived in the Auburn area since she was a child. During her youth, she particulalry enjoyed the Brownies and Girl Guides. She has worked as a clerk at Lidcombe Hospital for 10 years, and completed further education.
Raema has also worked tirelessly for the community, and she was honoured with the OAM in 2003 in recognition of her efforts.
As a mother and now a grandmother, Raema has become very concerned for the health, welfare and safety of future generations, particularly in the Auburn electorate.