Alana has been an integral part of our Te Mana team for thirteen years, wearing many hats. She started with us as a casual team member in 2011, conducting telephone surveys for the Trust; and then moving on to become our Team Administrator. She became our Office Administration Manager in 2012, Office Manager in 2015, and then Board Administrator in 2016. She was appointed Cultural Pou in 2021, while continuing to manage the Te Mana team. 

We are absolutely delighted to have her now accept the role of Kaiwhakahaere Matua where she is responsible for overseeing all administrative, financial, and operational activities of the Trust. This role involves managing staff, developing and implementing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, and working closely with our Board of Trustees to achieve the Trust's strategic objectives.

We know Alana will excel in this role, as she has done in all previous roles for the Trust. We admire her for her strong work ethic, loyalty, professionalism, and excellent planning and organisation skills.