Tēnā koutou katoa e te whānau,

We're excited to share some news with you all. As of today, 12^th May Steve Allan joins our Te Kōhanga Reo whānau as the new General Manager Corporate Services.

Steve comes to us with a wealth of experience in corporate finance and strategic leadership. We believe his skills and expertise will help us continue to grow and strengthen our kaupapa, ensuring we can keep providing the very best support to all our Kōhanga Reo across Aotearoa.

Over the coming weeks, Steve will be working closely alongside Andrew Hema, who has held this role up until now. Andrew will be helping Steve settle in smoothly and handing over the responsibilities fully by 1 June. We want to say a huge mihi to Andrew for all his hard work, dedication, and leadership – he has made a significant impact during his time with us.

Please join us in warmly welcoming Steve to our Te Kōhanga Reo whānau and in thanking Andrew for his valuable contributions. If you have any pātai about this change or would like to know more, please feel free to reach out.

Nau mai haere mai e te rangatira, e Steve. Ko te karanga manu tēnei o Te Kōhanga Reo e rere atu nei ki a koe, otirā, mauria mai rā ō ihi, ō wehi, ō mana, ō tapu. Ka rewa te pōtae, ka rewa hoki te ngākau.

Ngā mihi nui,

Angus Hartley
Tumu Whakarae | Chief Executive Officer
Te Kōhanga Reo National Trust