Lyn is Tangata Tiriti with whakapapa reaching back to England, Scotland, Ireland, with a touch of Eastern Europe. She brings a steady, thoughtful presence to the Hei Whakapiki Mauri whānau.

Her connection to the Trust comes through her long friendship with our Kaiwhakahaere, Ruth Jones. Over the years, she has watched Ruth’s mahi with deep respect, especially the way Hei Whakapiki Mauri stays close to the community and embraces whānau in ways that feel genuine and full of aroha. Becoming a Trustee felt like a natural way to stand alongside Ruth and contribute to kaupapa that matter.

Lyn hopes to offer support, connection to the disability community, and advice shaped by her experience with grassroots organisations. She is the founder of Jolt Dance, an inter-able dance company that celebrates diversity and creative expression; mahi that aligns closely with the values of Hei Whakapiki Mauri. Her motivation is simple: to help strengthen something that already carries so much mana.

Outside of her governance role, Lyn enjoys the simple things in life. Mussels are her favourite kai, and Heathcote Valley, where she lives, is her favourite place in Aotearoa. She was born in Rarotonga, and a whakataukī she carries with her is: “He hono tangata e kore e motu; ka pa he taura waka e motu – Unlike a canoe rope, a human bond cannot be severed.”