Quanita is a registered nurse currently studying to become a nurse practitioner and Justice of the Peace. She is a trustee at Kahungunu Ki Wairarapa and represents the Iwi as a Hospice Wairarapa Board of Trustees Board member. She is also chair of the Workforce Development and Equity Committee, formerly the Human Resource Committee at Hospice Wairarapa. Quanita’s passion is helping to provide equitable health outcomes for her community.

Pamela has considerable experience working at all levels of the health sector. She held various nursing and midwifery positions before moving to service and project management, equal employment opportunities and policy development in the health sector. She also has experience with the World Health Organisation, managing WHO country programmes and working with Western Pacific governments to strengthen their health sectors. Pamela is keen to use her experience working with different cultures in challenging health environments to improve access to excellent hospice care for all Wairarapa communities.

Judy has a rich background in social work and law. She worked with the Department of Social Welfare, focusing on children, youth, and families, and helped establish the playcentre and Citizens Advice Bureau in Miramar. Judy practised law and mediation in the Wairarapa, specialising in family and employment law, serving as counsel for children, and holding significant roles in the Employment Mediation Service until 2016. Recently retired, Judy now enjoys a relaxed lifestyle with her partner and is an active member of the South Wairarapa Rotary.

Michele has extensive senior management experience primarily across the health sector. In the UK Michele held a number of senior management positions in the National Health Service and was Director Older Peoples Services in Social Care. In New Zealand her roles have included leading the National Breast and Cervical Screening Programmes for the Ministry of Health.  As General Manager, Legal Aid Services, Michele led a programme of work to reform the legal aid system. She is a Trustee on the Te Omanga Hospice Board, Lower Hutt and a Member of the Institute of Directors.

Anna is currently Chief Executive of Destination Wairarapa, the region’s tourism organisation, a role she’s led with energy and vision since 2020. With a career rooted in tourism, events and community wellbeing, Anna brings strategic thinking, problem-solving skills, and a collaborative spirit to everything she does.

Her decision to join the Hospice Wairarapa Board reflects her deep commitment to the region, and the work of Hospice Wairarapa in the community. She believes in the power of compassionate care and is honoured to support an organisation that plays such a vital role in the lives of Wairarapa families. With her background in stakeholder engagement and regional development, Anna is excited to contribute to Hospice Wairarapa’s mission and help ensure its services remain accessible, sustainable, and deeply rooted in the community.

Elwyn brings extensive leadership experience in the health sector to the Hospice Wairarapa Board. His roles at ACC, the Ministry of Health, and the Royal NZ College of General Practice have supported workforce development, vocational training, and healthcare improvement nationwide.

He has held senior positions in both public and private sectors, including CEO of an IT company and consultant for the Medical Protection Society. His voluntary work includes serving as Chancellor of the Order of St Lazarus, leading charitable efforts in disaster relief and medical aid.

Now based in Greytown, Elwyn continues his community involvement through the South Wairarapa Practice Partnership and Greytown Menzshed. His leadership and commitment make him a valued board member.