Ko Taranaki te maunga

Ko Waingangoro me Tangahoe nga awa                                                                  

Ko Aotea te waka

Ko Meremere ohangi te pa tawhito te marae

Ko Ngati Ruanui te iwi

Ko Timiana Kea ahau.

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Kia ora, my name is Timiana Kea.

I’m a proud father of three beautiful daughters, two currently attending Whangaparaoa School in Years 2 and 6, and my eldest now in Year 12 at Whangaparaoa College after having been through the Kura.

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We’ve lived on the Hibiscus Coast for 14 years now, after moving up from West Auckland, and it’s honestly one of the best decisions we’ve made. The sense of community and support here is great and we love it.

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In the past six months, I’ve also been on a personal journey to strengthen my connection to te ao Maori. I’ve been learning te reo Maori through Te Atarangi at Te Herenga Waka o Orewa Marae, attending full immersion classes. This journey has deepened not only my language skills but also my understanding and appreciation of tikanga Maori and the wider cultural values it brings.

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Through my time connected with Whangaparaoa School, I’ve seen the awesome growth of te ao Māori and its integration into everyday school life. I’m standing for the board to contribute and help nurture and strengthen this space, not just for Tamariki Maori, but to uplift the diversity of cultures across the entire kura. I believe in supporting our Tamariki to stand proud in who they are and to carry the hopes and aspirations of their whānau with confidence. I’d be honoured to support that Kaupapa as a board member.

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"E tipu e rea mo nga ra o to ao":

"Grow up and thrive, for the days destined to you."

This whakataukī (Maori proverb) encourages children to embrace their future and potential.

Ko Puketapu te maunga
Ko Te Arai te awa
Ko Horouta te waka
Ko Rongowhakaata te iwi
Ko Michael Grigg tāku tāne
Ko Eva Grigg tāku tamāhine
Ko Louis Grigg tāku tama

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I’m Sandra Grigg. Three years ago, my husband Mike and I moved to the beautiful

Whangaparāoa Peninsula with our two children -  Eva (Year 2) and Louis (impatiently waiting to start Year 1 in 2026).

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Since arriving on the Coast we’ve been blown away by its strong sense of community and the incredible impact Whangaparāoa School has on that, and the lives of our children.

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I lead the New Zealand division of Vistar Media, a global advertising technology business. My job is fast-paced and demanding—so strong planning skills and the ability to stay motivated are essential.

I bring that same energy into our family life.

After many years living overseas, we’re enjoying everything New Zealand has to offer—visiting family in Gisborne, spending time on the farm I grew up on, camping, hiking, fishing, and reacquainting ourselves with Kiwi life. Locally, we love seeing our kids involved in school and community sports like soccer, netball and surf lifesaving. I don’t tend to sit still much—something my husband finds both endearing and frustrating!

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I’m passionate about raising kind, capable children who contribute positively to our community.

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My background in media and advertising means I’m experienced in working across stakeholder groups and bringing creative problem-solving to complex challenges. I believe these skills can add real value to the Board—particularly as schools navigate funding pressures, a changing curriculum and the need for future-ready learning environments.

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Kia Ora, I’m Odette. I grew up on the Hibiscus Coast & live in Stanmore Bay with my husband and our four children aged seven, five, and two year old twin toddlers.

I’m a qualified Lawyer, specialising in Family Law. My career has included roles in the Family Court, BNZ’s legal team, private practice, and local barrister work. I also hold a Diploma in Performance Music. I’m currently devoting my time to our young family.

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With my four children attending Whangaparaoa primary for many years to come, I’m invested in the school’s vision and future direction. I have a passion for strategic direction and governance. I ask questions, seek solutions, and believe in getting things done with empathy and clarity.

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Whangaparaoa Primary stands out through its sense of community and active parent involvement. It is encouraging that leadership decisions reflect a child-first philosophy, even the trees are marked for climbing suitability! I am passionate about creating opportunities for children to explore as many things as possible, whilst also being supported for their developmental needs. After all, that’s what being a kid is all about.

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Outside of school you’ll find me on the sidelines at the local fields, pools, courts or dance studio. With four kids, I’m everywhere but it’s a joy to be so immersed in this vibrant, supportive Coast community. There’s no better place to be raising kids.

I’m a proud parent of three tamariki in Years 1, 3, and 5 at Whangaparāoa School. Our whānau loves being part of the Hibiscus Coast community, and I’m committed to supporting the continued success of our school.

I’ve actively supported the school through volunteering and have also been closely involved in early childhood education, particularly through my leadership at Whangaparāoa Playcentre. Serving as President, Secretary, and Wellbeing Coordinator gave me valuable experience in governance, strategic planning, and policy development, and it strengthened my belief in collaborative, inclusive leadership.

Whangaparāoa School is already an exceptional place to learn and grow — a place where students thrive, staff are supported, and families feel part of the journey. As a school community, we should always be asking how we can do better — how we can grow, improve, and continue to empower our children to become confident learners and compassionate global citizens.

My core values are grounded in excellence, equity, and inclusion. I believe children must remain at the centre of everything we do. Every child deserves the opportunity to thrive in an environment that nurtures their wellbeing, individuality, and potential. While academic achievement is important, I also believe in the essential role of sport, the arts, culture, and character development in shaping well-rounded individuals.

I want our school to remain a place where staff feel valued, students are inspired, and families are welcomed as genuine partners in learning. Honouring Te Tiriti and ensuring our governance upholds the principles of partnership, participation, and protection is essential — as is actively fostering a culturally responsive environment where all learners feel respected, represented, and included.

Professionally, I work part-time as a Registered Midwife at Auckland City Hospital, supporting whānau through one of life’s most meaningful transitions. This work has deepened my understanding of nurturing environments and taught me the importance of compassion, inclusive care, and clear communication — qualities I bring to the role of trustee.

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I have seen first hand what can be
achieved by this amazing school community
through her running two school galas and serving a
year as vice-president of the PFA. I also know how
much effort and commitment it takes - so now it is
my turn. 

In my day job I lead the business strategy and
planning for the New Zealand division of a global
data and analytics company. A normal day for me
is understanding and prioritising the activities
required to get the best outcomes from the money reinvested back into the business.

To translate that into helping steer our school through the challenges and opportunities ahead would feel very natural. In previous roles I have broad experience across accounting and related business systems, most notably within commercial property management. This aligns very well with some of the core areas the board is required to focus on. 

On a slightly more personal note, earlier in my career I held a finance role for a children & families social services department for an inner London borough. I have seen what a difference small considerations and well managed collaboration can
make to children in the most difficult of circumstances.

I am immensely proud to be a part of an incredible school whānau where the leadership recognises that and understands what it brings to the overall community beyond education. 

In terms of how I would approach the role, I am a firm believer in a values based approach to decision making, and we are very fortunate that the ORCA values in place already meet the needs of our community so well. I would simply aim to bring
these values into any activity I undertake for the school, and encourage other board
members to do the same. After all, the staff and students already do it so well.

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