Our People
Operations
From left to right: Dylan, Caleb, Tusi, Jacob and Caleb.
Landcare and Cleaning
From left to right: Dot, Riley, Dennis and Krishneel.
Erin Gibson
SENIOR OPERATIONS ADMIN
Erin Gibson
SENIOR OPERATIONS ADMIN
She keeps a close eye on everything to do with operations, from assessments to installations, making sure all processes are coordinated and effective. She also manages the office administration, juggling systems, processes, and daily tasks to keep the team supported and on track. With her hands in almost every part of WISE, she is central to keeping everything running and organised.
Healthy Homes Initiative
Katherine Kelly
WHANGANUI COORDINATOR
Katherine Kelly
WHANGANUI COORDINATOR
She keeps a close eye on everything to do with operations, from assessments to installations, making sure all processes are coordinated and effective. She also manages the office administration, juggling systems, processes, and daily tasks to keep the team supported and on track. With her hands in almost every part of WISE, she is central to keeping everything running and organised.
Alita Schuetze
HHI ADMINISTRATOR
Alita Schuetze
HHI ADMINISTRATOR
Alita is our HHI Administrator. She oversees enquiries about Healthy Homes assessments and manages the day-to-day administration of the Healthy Homes team. Alita keeps everything organised and running smoothly, ensuring families and the team receive the support they need.
Rebecca Cameron
HHI ASSESSOR
Rebecca Cameron
HHI ASSESSOR
Rebecca is our Healthy Homes Assessor. She visits homes to assess and support families in creating warmer, safer, and healthier living spaces. Rebecca’s careful guidance helps households make practical changes that improve comfort, safety, and wellbeing for everyone in the home.
Nelson Lebo
HHI ASSESSOR
Nelson Lebo
HHI ASSESSOR
Nelson is our Healthy Homes Assessor in Whanganui. He carries out home visits to support families in making their living spaces warmer, safer, and healthier. Nelson provides practical advice and guidance, helping households take steps that improve comfort, wellbeing, and overall home safety.
Debbie (Toatepi Nay)
HHI PASIFIKA LIASON
Debbie (Toatepi Nay)
HHI PASIFIKA LIASON
Debbie is our HHI Pasifika Liason. She conducts home assessments to help families create warmer, safer, and healthier living spaces. As our Pasifika Liaison, she works closely with the community, ensuring our services are accessible, culturally respectful, and tailored to meet their needs.
Bree Paton-Courtney
HHI COMMUNITY LIASON
Bree Paton-Courtney
HHI COMMUNITY LIASON
Bree is our HHI Community Liason. She is a trusted source of knowledge, raising awareness and educating the community about creating warmer, safer, and healthier homes. You’ll often find her at events she organises or in schools, sharing her expertise with tamariki and whānau.
Brian Kettle
whipit team
Brian Kettle
whipit team
Brian is part of the WHIPIT team.He visits homes to fit curtains and carry out essential improvements that enhance living conditions. Brian’s practical skills and attention to detail ensure families receive effective support and can enjoy a more comfortable, functional home.
Jeffery Henry
WHIPIT TEAM
Jeffery Henry
WHIPIT TEAM
Jeffery is part of the WHIPIT team. He visits homes to install curtains and carries out practical improvements to support healthier living spaces. Jeffery’s hands-on skills and attention to detail help make homes warmer, safer, and more comfortable for families.
Yvonne Muskee
CURTAIN BANK CO-ORDINATOR
Yvonne Muskee
CURTAIN BANK CO-ORDINATOR
Yvonne is our Curtain Bank Co-ordinator. She makes the curtains and ensures the Curtain Bank operates efficiently. Yvonne also creates systems to make the service more effective, helping more families access quality curtains. Through her work, she plays a key role in keeping local homes warmer, drier, and healthier.
Nicola Bouterey
CURTAIN BANK SEAMSTRESS
Nicola Bouterey
CURTAIN BANK SEAMSTRESS
Nicola is our Curtain Bank Seamstress. She carefully measures, cuts, and sews curtains, as well as washing and hanging them to dry. With a talent for using resources wisely, Nicola makes the most of every piece of fabric. Her care ensures families receive curtains that bring warmth and comfort into their homes.
Sales and Marketing
Eliala Tapega
SALES & SM ADMINISTRATOR
Eliala Tapega
SALES & SM ADMINISTRATOR
Eliala promotes and manages our home insulation grant, overseeing enquiries and bookings to ensure a smooth, supportive process for homeowners. She also coordinates WISE’s annual community initiatives, including the pyjama, toy, and blanket drives, providing meaningful support to families across the region.
Sinai Mejias
marketing and coms lead
Sinai Mejias
marketing and coms lead
Sinai is our Marketing and Communications Lead. She is responsible for sharing WISE’s story with the community and making sure people know about all of our initiatives. She creates content for our website and social media, develops campaigns to grow our impact, and manages design projects so everything we share looks engaging and true to who we are.