Team - Thalassa Kawachi

Thalassa Kawachi

Love Rimurimu and EMR Coordinator and Educator

Growing up in Hawaii with a fisherman as a father and the sea on my doorstep primed me for a lifetime fascination and curiosity with the sea. I started working on a marine research vessel in my high school years, and after completing a Bachelor of Marine Biology at Humboldt State University, I worked on the high seas as a scientific observer in Alaska, New Zealand, Mauritius, and Antarctica. The adventure continues as I now get to share my enthusiasm and love of the ocean and rivers with the next generation through Tasman Bay Guardians!

Our Board

Stew

Stew Robertson

Trust Chairperson and Science Advisor
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Emma Newcombe

Trustee and Science Advisor
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Glenis Paul

Trustee
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Pete Carmichael

Peter Carmichael

Trustee
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Vicki Karetai - Tasman Bay Guardians

Vicki Karetai

Trustee / Events and Flora Project Community Coordinator
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Raelene Mason - Tasman Bay Guardians

Raelene Mason

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Our Team

Jude

Jude Heath

General Manager Tasman Bay Guardians
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Rosalie Bennett - Tasman Bay Guardians

Rosalie Bennett

Wai Connection Regional Coordinator
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Willow Milligan - Tasman Bay Guardians

Willow Milligan

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Mel McColgan - Tasman Bay Guardians

Mel McColgan

Wai Connection | WBC
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Vicki Smith

Wai Connector Event Team
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Te Puoho Stephens

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Rick Field - Tasman Bay Guardians

Rick Field

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Syd Eru

Syd Eru

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Carolyn Gray

Caz Gray

Wai Connection Connector
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Scotty Keen - Tasman Bay Guardians

Scotty Keen

Trustee and Nelson/Tasman EMR, WBC and Wai Connection Co-ordinator
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Cab Chapman

Cab Chapman

Admin and Accounts
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Vicki Karetai - Tasman Bay Guardians

Vicki Karetai

Trustee / Events and Flora Project Community Coordinator
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Elliot Easton - Tasman Bay Guardians

Elliot Easton

Wai Connection Coordinator
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Baru Gabzdylova - Tasman Bay Guardians

Baru Gabzdylova

EMR educator
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Monique Patterson

Monique Patterson

Wai Connection Coordinator
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Raelene Mason - Tasman Bay Guardians

Raelene Mason

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Kate Radloff - Tasman Bay Guardians

Kate Radloff

Wai Connection Coordinator
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Kiara Duke-Love - Tasman Bay Guardians

Kiara Duke-Love

Wai Connection Catchment Connector
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Get Involved

Join us in making a difference!

Whether you’re passionate about marine and freshwater ecosystems or simply want to give back, there are many ways to get involved. Volunteer with us, donate to support our initiatives, become a member to stay informed or sponsor a program to make a lasting impact. Share the positive news of our efforts with your friends and whānau or participate as a citizen-scientist and help us inspire more people to join our cause. Together, we can create thriving, healthy environments for future generations. Your support matters! 

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