Our People
Our organisation is structured to be collaborative and inclusive and we’re committed to parallel development.
We have a dedicated team that consists of 5 full and part-time employees, as well as more than 50 trained volunteers.
Te Whai Board Members
Left to right:
Sue Poynter
Misty Sansom (Chairperson)
Lyn Johnston
Jane Boyce
David McLeish (Treasurer)
Sarah Bray (Deputy Chairperson)
Not pictured: Roy Gormley and Carol Brown
Te Whai Volunteers
Our trained dedicated volunteers support the needs of the community. They have a wealth of experience and skills and we feel very fortunate to work with them.
General Manager
Kia ora, ko Kiri Eriwata ahau, nō Te Atiawa, Ngāti Toa, Ngāti Raukawa. I oversee operations, secure funding, and build partnerships to bring wellbeing services into Mangawhai. I enjoy creating new initiatives alongside our dedicated staff and volunteers, who uplift the wellbeing of our community every day.
Wellbeing Coordinator
Kia ora, I'm Carol.
I support adults, young people and whānau facing complex challenges to build skills for resilience and living life with ease.
Heartlands Administrator
Kia ora, I’m Diane.
I am the Heartland Administrator here at Te Whai, assisting the community to access Government and NGO services locally. I also assist those calling into the office to access printing, scanning, form completion and IT help. Sometimes it is the little things that can be a huge help.
Programmes Coordinator
Kia ora, I’m Roanna.
My role is to Coordinate our Mentor Driver Training and Manaaki Transport Service along with our Te Whai Sages visiting service. I love being part of the team here at Te Whai and having the opportunity to support and connect with our community.
Systems & Marketing Coordinator
Kia ora, I’m Kylee.
I support our Te Whai team to streamline processes, policies and procedures. I also oversee marketing and content creation. I love working in a team where we are able to have such a positive impact on our local community.
Need Help Now?
Contact us
Te Whai Community House
73 Moir Street
Mangawhai, New Zealand
(inside Mangawhai Domain)
09 431 3459
027 220 0889 (text/phone)
info@tewhaicommunitytrust.co.nz
Opening Hours
9 - 3pm Monday to Friday
