Our Team

Committed to the awa’s future

Meet the people helping guide, support, and deliver the work of the Waikato River Authority. Together, our board and team bring a wide range of experience, perspectives, and a shared commitment to restoring and protecting the health and well-being of the awa.

Ngaa Ringa Haapai - Meet the Team

Antoine Coffin

Kaihautū
Chief Executive

Tuti Cooper

Pou Mātakitaki
Operations Manager

Tracie Dean-Speirs

Pou Ārahi Hotaka
Trust Fund Manager

Te Anga Nathan

Pou Kōrero
Head of Communications

Justine Young

Pou Kaitātari
Senior Policy Advisor

Sue McConnochie
Pou Whakatupu Restoration Project Advisor
Mekayla Peneha
Kaikōkiri Administrator
Awhina Winiata
Kaihapai Mātua, Executive Assistant, Board Secretary
Tania Kaaka
Kaikōkiri Kairīwhi