Inaugural General Manager appointed at Maidstone Community Sports Hub

Upper Hutt City Council has advised that Cindy Robinson has been appointed General Manager of Maidstone Community Sports Hub. Robinson commenced in her new role on 25th September.

The redevelopment of Maidstone Community Sports Hub, which began in September 2021, will include new shared clubrooms, indoor training facilities, and several smaller, upgraded facilities throughout the park. The project is expected to be finished by the end of 2023.

Robinson has worked in the health and fitness sector for more than a decade, including her previous role as Wellington Regional Facility Manager at City Fitness.

With hands-on experience in facility management, Robinson knows what it takes to ensure facilities like the Maidstone Community Sports Hub run smoothly.

 Originally from Christchurch, Robinson, her partner and their beloved black lab, now proudly call Upper Hutt home.

 Robinson shared “Upper Hutt is a fantastic place for outdoor enthusiasts. It's one of the reasons I adore being here; the expansive open spaces and walking tracks make it an ideal place to call home.”

 The redevelopment of Maidstone Community Sports Hub, which began in September 2021, will include new shared clubrooms, indoor training facilities, and several smaller, upgraded facilities throughout the park.

Robinson says she’s looking forward to working with the Upper Hutt community.

"I look forward to inspiring the community and establishing Maidstone Community Sports Hub as the go-to destination,” she says.

“There are numerous initiatives in progress, and I am enthusiastic about sharing them with the community."

Maidstone trustee, Zara Kljakovic, says Robinson is the perfect fit for the Sports Hub, and the local community and adds "Cindy isn’t just a dedicated fitness enthusiast, she's a bona fide achiever.

“She has an impressive standing in the F45 national championship. Her zeal for fitness transcends limits, spanning a wide array of physical activities, from intense gym sessions to running and venturing into the latest fitness trends."

Mike Ryan, Director of Community Services at Upper Hutt City Council, echoed Kljakovic and advised “with her extensive background and unwavering commitment to the health industry, we are confident that she will be a valuable asset to the Maidstone Park Trust."

Image. Cindy Robinson General Manager  Maidstone Community Sports Hub