Tracey is a CEO of Ngā Kete Mātauranga Pounamu Charitable Trust, which provides wide-ranging health and social services across Southland and Otago. She also chairs Ōraka Aparima Rūnaka and is committed to wellness initiatives and advocates for equity in Māori health and wellbeing.

Gary is a former Mayor of Southland and a retired Senior Constable. He also managed Borland Lodge and chaired organisations including Koha Kai and the Borland Lodge Trust. He has been involved in governance for St John, education, boat clubs and community boards and brings decades of leadership to the region.

Tracy served as a Mayor of Gore for 18 years and chaired regional collaborations including the Southland Mayoral Forum and Southern Leadership Group. He played a key role in responses to the Tiwai Point aluminium smelter challenges and has extensive governance and project leadership experience.

Beryl chairs the South Invercargill Urban Rejuvenation Trust (South Alive) and has worked across health, education and community service. She has represented Southland in many consultation groups and was awarded the MNZM in 2022 for services to the community.

Alistair is a chartered member of the Institute of Directors and has served as director and chair across a range of industries including sport, health, hospitality, aviation and primary production. He is focused on delivering outcomes that reflect Southland’s unique needs.

Himani is a liaison for Family Works and Director of Southland Migrant Walking Together, which supports cultural identity among Indian tamariki. A former Hindi School Trust Chair and teacher, she is passionate about supporting migrants and community participation.

Carla is a Southland Area Manager for FMG and has over 20 years in financial services. She has served on the Southland Chamber of Commerce Board, Love Local Trust and completed the Agri Women’s Development Trust Escalator Programme. She is an intern Director at South Port and a chartered member of the Institute of Directors.

Chris is an arable farmer and former President of Southland Federated Farmers. He has governance experience through Ardlussa Community Board and the National Federated Farmers Arable Executive. With 23 years in the local fire brigade, Chris brings firsthand emergency response knowledge.

John recently led the Heritage and Ngāi Tahu partnership stream for the Milford Opportunities Project. He has served on numerous conservation and education trusts and continues to play an active role in hazard planning and environmental stewardship for Fiordland.