Our Board

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Annual Plan 2025

Our Board

Peter Middlemiss

Presiding Member

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Shannon Halalele

Trustee

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    I was co-opted to the Te Pākihi o Maru Board in 2022 and I'm proud to have been re-elected in 2025. I have one child currently attending Te Pākihi o Maru and another who finished last year. 

    I enjoy being involved in the school community and supporting the ongoing growth and success of Te Pākihi o Maru. I value the strong sense of whānau, connection, and belonging that makes the kura so special.

Nakita Macrae

Trustee

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    Kia ora, I’m Nakita Macrae. 


    I joined the Te Pākihi o Maru School Board in 2024 and was re-elected in 2025 as a parent representative. 

    With my children attending the school, I’m proud to be part of a kura with such a strong community and genuine passion for our tamariki and their whānau. I’m committed to supporting a positive, inclusive environment where every child can thrive.

Ross Palethorpe

Trustee

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    Tēnā koe, ko Ross Palethorpe tōku ingoa.


     I have lived in Ōamaru since 2021 and work as a counsellor. I joined the Board in 2025. My son attends Te Pākihi o Maru and it's a privilege to be able to support the school that he loves. 


    My background is in education, and prior to counselling I worked as a teacher and senior advisor for the Ministry of Education. I am passionate about hauora, and supporting all tamariki, whānau and kaiako to thrive. 

Nathan Arras

Trustee

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