Australasian Leisure Management
May 12, 2025

Trustees sought to help steer Maidstone Sports Hub development

Two trustees are sought to join Te Aka o te Kupenga - Maidstone Park Trust and help steer the future development of Te Kupenga o Rongomai- Maidstone Sports Hub located in New Zealand’s Upper Hut.

Te Aka o te Kupenga - Maidstone Park Trust is a board of seven trustees who govern the operation of Te Kupenga o Rongomai - Maidstone Sports Hub and some other associated Maidstone Park facilities.

The Trust is looking for two trustees with strong experience in governance and an understanding of and commitment to te ao Māori. You must have passion for promoting sports, recreation, play, and leisure in Upper Hutt, and have established networks within this sector.

You need to have good communication and interpersonal skills and be able to think strategically, especially in the future planning space, to help position Te Kupenga o Rongomai - Maidstone Sports Hub as a community hub for all of the Upper Hutt community.

The Trust is particularly looking for trustees that have a sound understanding of law and legislation in New Zealand, and/or have a marketing/communication background.

What opportunities do these positions offer?
As a trustee, you will actively contribute to vital discussions, offering your expertise to support and guide the implementation of transformative policies that govern the operations of Te Kupenga o Rongomai- Maidstone Sports Hub.

Trustee positions are voluntary. The term of office is up to three years, with meetings held every six weeks.

To read more about Te Kupenga o Rongomai - Maidstone Sports Hub, please visit www.tekupengaorongomai.org.nz/

How to apply
Applications close at 5.00PM on Tuesday, 3rd June 2025. To apply, please send a cover letter with your CV to askus@uhcc.govt.nz or mail it to:

Group Manager Community Services
Upper Hutt City Council
Private Bag 907
Upper Hutt

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