Our
Kaimahi
Our Strength Lies in Our People
"In unity, there is strength." Just like the Kahikatea trees that stand tall and strong through their intertwined roots, our staff and volunteers come together to fortify our organisation and the community we serve.
E tū kahikatea, hei whakapae ururoa. Awhi mai, awhi atu, tātou, tātou e.
Exceptional Commitment in a Complex Landscape
Operating in the ever-changing social and financial landscape of South Auckland, our staff bring not only their expertise but also an unwavering commitment to improving lives. They are our backbone, valued for their resilience and dedication.
The Extended Whānau: Our Volunteers
Beyond our full-time staff, we're supported by a devoted pool of volunteers who play an essential role in our daily operations. Their generous contributions add another layer of strength to our service, enriching the lives of those we help.
Meet the Team
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Lara Dolan
Chief Executive Officer
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Nicola Mapletoft
Operations Manager
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Tuliana Sullivan
Financial Mentor
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Tammy Herewini
Financial Mentor
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Anna Naua
Financial Mentor
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Lagi Sooalo
Financial Mentor
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Mingming Zhao
Finance Officer
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Olioli Apineru
Operations Support Administrator
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Frances Moore
Community Support Coordinator
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Eileen TeAo
Community Support Coordinator
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Brittney Fuko
Community Support Coordinator
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Foodbank Assistant
Currently Recruiting
Our Board of Trustees
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Geoff Smith
Chair
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Marydeane Paranihi
Deputy Chair
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Evelyn Nuia
Trustee
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Deepika Lodhia
Trustee
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Rennie Atfield-Douglas
Trustee
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Jeremy Doogue
Trustee
Patron
The Rt Hon. Helen Clark, ONZ
We are proud to have The Rt Hon. Helen Clark as patron for Mangere Budgeting Services Trust.
Helen Clark s a New Zealand politician who served as the 37th prime minister of New Zealand from 1999 to 2008, and was the administrator of the United Nations Development Programme from 2009 to 2017.
Get personalised support from our qualified and experienced staff
Drop into one of our locations
Māngere: Shop 8B, Māngere Town Centre
Onehunga: 92 Beachcroft Road
Otara: Fair Mall, Bairds Road
Tuakau: 5 George Street