As a Trust we want to acknowledge the years of service given by Aunty Kura Benton to Ongare Trust as a responsible Trustee and also as a Kuia to our wider community of Whareroa Marae and Te Runanga o Ngaiterangi in particular.
Aunty Kura was elected to the Board 11 years ago following the passing of her late older sister Aunty Ngaroimata Cavill.
Following Aunty Kura's retirement, we announce the appointment of Ngawaka Walker to the Board as he transitions from Associate Trustee to responsible Trustee following the 2024 owners meeting.
Ngawaka was elected by the hui in an uncontested election and we will progress our application to the Mãori Land Court to appoint Ngawaka in 2025.
