Tongariro Taupo Conservation Board members

Clint Green of Tūrangi (Chairperson)

Appointment term: 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2027

Clint is a former teacher and tourism operator providing close relationships with the local community. He is familiar with the conservation estate in the boards’ rohe, having spent much of his life enjoying outdoor recreation activities in the Tongariro National Park and Kaimanawa Forest Park.

Iwi Affiliations: Ngā Wairiki and Ngāti Apa

Karen Grimwade of Ohakune (Deputy Chairperson)

Appointment term: 7 July 2020 to 30 June 2026

Karen is a researcher/writer and conservation advocate.  She has been actively engaged in work to progress management planning in her last four years on the conservation board.  She has taken a leadership role in the CMS Review work, which is a high priority for the Tongariro Taupo Conservation Board.  Karen has previously worked for the Department of Conservation, has a degree in History and a master’s degree in Cultural Heritage Management.  She currently is on the Project Tongariro executive board, the Te Pae Ao co-governance committee. 

Michael Richardson of Taupō

Apointment term: 1 July 2022 to 30 June 2028

Michael offers a background in geotechnical and structural engineering, with extensive experience in wastewater and stormwater including stability and issue assessments on Public Conservation Land. He is well connected with the local community being involved with a number of conservation groups including Greening Taupo, Kiwis for Kiwi, Forest and Bird, and as a volunteer on many Taupō-based Predator Free Projects. He is also well connected in the Alpine/Skiing community, being involved in the management of the Alpine Club Hut.

Martin Wikaira of Wellington

Appointment term: 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2026

Martin is the Divisional Manager of the Māori Policy Unit at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade NZ (MFAT). He has extensive experience in senior Māori management positions and knowledge of land issues pertinent to iwi, hapū and whānau.

Iwi affiliations: Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Ngāpuhi Nui Tonu, and Te Hikitū hapū 

George Potaka of Raetihi

Appointment term: 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2027

George works as a Kaupapa Māori Mental Health & Addictions Kaituhauora for Iwi provider Te Puke Karanga Hauora and Vice-Chair of Dream Makers Trust, both based in Raetihi. He believes that by combining the work of the Tongariro/Taupō Community Board with the energy and creativity of young people, the region can thrive sustainably for years to come.

George aims to ensure that the voices of residents are heard, and that initiatives reflect the values and aspirations of the Tongariro/Taupō region and is also committed to fostering a culture of transparency and inclusivity.

Iwi Affiliations: Te Āti Haunui-a- Pāpārangi, Ngāti Waikarapu

Jacqueline Iorangi of Tūrangi

Appointment term: 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2027

Jacqueline is mama to four tamariki and Nanni to seven mokopuna. Raised in the bush in National Park, she has an interest in conservation and sustainable kai gathering. Her professional background is in educational programme development, social services, project management, cultural and strategic vision, and providing administration and governance servicing for Ngāti Tūwharetoa. Jacqueline contributes to and advocates for indigenous people’s rights in conservation and the environment abroad. 

Iwi Affiliations: Ngāti Tūwharetoa and Ngāti Uenuku

Edward (Allan) Jackson of Kinloch

Appointment term: 6 August 2025 to 30 June 2028

Edward is supported by Hon Nicole McKee; he has extensive links with the hunting community and game animal management. 

Hannah Rainforth of Whanganui

Appointment term: 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2026

Hannah is the Ngā Waihua o Paerangi Trust nominee for the Board. She works as a Kaupapa Taiao Specialist with Kahu Environmental Ltd and has wide experience in iwi-led research on fish, kōura and kākahi populations, iwi-led ecological restoration plans, iwi and hapū-led freshwater monitoring plans and projects, iwi values in the national policy space, and communication between science and iwi groups.

Iwi Affiliations: Te Āti Haunui-a- Pāpārangi, Ngāti Hinemanu, Ngāti Hauiti, and Ngāti Rangi

Jamie Grant of Taupō 

Appointment term: 1 July 2024 to 30 June 2027

Jamie is a trustee for Te Mano o Te Whenua Trust and the environmental Pou for Uenuku Charitable Trust. As Lake Taupō Harbourmaster, he ensures the well-being, maintenance, and public safety of Taupo Moana, working with the Tūwharetoa Trust Board and local hapū. Jamie’s expertise includes senior marine engineering, project management, legislation compliance, and operational planning.

Iwi Affiliations: Ngāti Tamakana, Ngāti Tūwharetoa, Te Atiawa, Ngāti Rangi, Ngāti Uenuku and te Korowai o Wainuiārua Trust.