Geoff Chapple

Geoff Chapple

Te Araroa would not exist if it wasn’t for the vision, passion, and effort of founder Geoff Chapple who, worked (and walked!) tirelessly to map out the route, negotiate access and mobilise hundreds of volunteers.  Geoff Chapple is a renowned New Zealand author,...
John Birch

John Birch

John, an engineer and professional director, became intrigued by Te Araroa after reading Geoff Chapple’s narrative of that first journey. He finally walked Te Araroa in its entirety during the summer of 2020/21.  During and after that walk John realised the enormous...
Cameron Hayes

Cameron Hayes

Cam is a Wellington-based marketer with a passion for driving positive change. He has led marketing and behaviour change campaigns for the likes of the Department of Conservation, MPI, and Zealandia Ecosanctuary. In his current role he leads regenerative...
Elena Kim

Elena Kim

Elena is a senior corporate and transactional lawyer practising in Tāmaki Makaurau. Elena has extensive experience in the not for profit governance and strategy space. Elena also regularly represents New Zealand as a legal expert and also as a leader in not for profit...
Henry Marchant

Henry Marchant

Henry is an avid Te Araroa enthusiast, completing the trail in the 2019-20 summer while fundraising for the Stroke Foundation New Zealand. He’s an experienced Project Manager in the construction industry, notably working on the Taranaki Crossing project for the...
Jan Sedgwick

Jan Sedgwick

Jan Sedgwick is a communications professional with more than 35 years’ experience in media, marketing and public relations. She was made a Fellow of the Public Relations Institute of NZ in recognition of her long-term contribution to the industry and holds journalism...