of the Whanau and Hapu in the Marae setting was the norm. This was both complimented and challenged by a unique and natural geothermal environment that demanded understanding and respect to co-exist harmoniously. These experiences have provided a solid foundation for his personal growth and professional development in a wide range of sectors including forestry, tourism, justice services, social services, education, policy development, treaty settlements, agribusiness, natural biodiversity, environmental sustainability and freshwater fisheries. He sits on a number of boards that variously reflect his background and experiences that are complimentary to those organisations’ positive contribution toward the wellbeing of Maori, the environment and the community in general.

She has extensive business experience as a Business owner, Business manager, Business tutor, and a Business consultant. Tangihaere was also the Inaugural co-ordinator for the Rotorua Maori Business Network. Tangihaere has held several positions within the health sector where she gained significant financial management experience. Currently Tangihaere holds several governance roles with both the Ministry of Health and Lakes District health Board.

After retiring, Tere completed a Māori governance course at Toi Ohomai with the intention of becoming more involved in Iwi affairs. Tere is currently the Chairman of Waikohatu Marae. Tere is also employed as a part time Safety Officer focussed on monitoring and eradicating pests within Māori owned forests and land blocks. Tere is a keen fisherman and hunter that cares greatly about our environment and how it is preserved for future generations. As a trustee of Te Kotahitanga O Te Arawa Waka Fisheries Trust Board, Tere represents Ngāti Tarāwhai and is committed to the role through attendance at all meetings, and knowledge sharing to facilitate making good decisions.

This included quality processes, industry training, and assessing. Paeraro was a board member of the Ngati Makino Iwi Authority and Heritage Trust for numerous years.

He holds a Bachelor in Environmental Science and is currently completing a certificate in Resource Management, which, on completion, will give him one paper to gain a post-grad diploma in Natural Resource Management. Chris also represents Ngāti Rangitihi on Mai i Ngā Kuri a Wharei ki Tihirau and the Tarawera MoU.

He has many years in education at local ,regional and national level, holding senior management and Iwi governance positions in tertiary education. He is currently Co – Chairperson of Ngati Rangiteaorere Koromatua Council, Chairperson of Tikitere Trust, Te Maru o Wahiao,and Wahiao Tuhourangi o Whakarewarewa Trust, and Director on Te Puia MACI Management Ltd and Whakarewarewa Joint Trust.

before moving to Hamilton where she studied and graduated with a bachelor of business studies majoring in management. She works for her Iwi authority the Ngāti Tahu-Ngāti Whāoa Runanga Trust as the office manager. Having held governance positions in education, commercial and charitable organisations she has diverse knowledge in various industries, which she hopes will be useful whilst in her role at TAFL.

with Housing Corporation and Housing NZ before finally spending her last 15 years before retiring with Te Puni Kokiri, Ministry for Maori Development, championing evidence based Maori housing need and challenging those barriers that have impeded Maori to utilise their whenua for sustainable housing solutions. This mahi resulted in securing a Maori housing budget allocation which Maori did have since the demise of Maori Affairs Department. Pauline’s governance experience includes in a pre- and post-settlement environment with Ngati Whakaue and Ngati Rangiwewehi, providing strategic thought leadership anchored to whanau aspirations. Pauline is a Director for Zymbl Innovation Ltd a team of like-minded, self-motivated and passionate people supporting Maori led initiatives with a rigorous approach to creativity and innovation. Pauline is committed to open and transparent communication, being honest and constructive and demands excellence and integrity whilst valuing debate to achieve outcomes.