Frances is a qualified counsellor and wellbeing advisor with over 10 years’ experience as a facilitator with lifestyle programmes. She loves working with a diverse range of people and communities.

Rebecca has 20 years' experience as a practice nurse caring for patients and their whānau.

She enjoys working with participants at Puāwai - Kai and is inspired by the moments they feel empowered to make positive changes. The groups are also a wonderful space for connection between participants and sharing of ideas. 

Karen is an Associate Registered Nutritionist and has been facilitating our lifestyle education and cooking classes for over 10 years!

She enjoys sharing her knowledge of food and nutrition and making Puāwai - Kai a welcoming, supportive space where everyone feels comfortable learning to cook new recipes.

Jane loves cooking and connecting with her whānau! Jane coordinates Puāwai - Kai at Purapura Whetu, as well as facilitating the programme in the community.

Lucy is a part-time gardener who enjoys growing food for friends and family.

Annie is a mother of three and one fur baby as well as Head Chef at the Christchurch City Mission. She is passionate about food and teaching.

Wendy is a Registered Nutritionist at Purapura Whetu. She has had a hand in planning, running and evaluating Puāwai - Kai.

It's humbling and inspiring to see the health of whaiora flourish through attending Puāwai - Kai.

Diana is a community mental health manager. She loves seeing people's health thrive and that's why she's been part of our whānau for 7 years!

She strongly believes that Puāwai - Kia is not just a lifestyle programme, but also a time to build connections and relationships with others.

Joy loves facilitating groups and she especially likes taking groups that lead to people making better choices for themselves.

She really believes in the concepts of Puāwai Kai and loves delivering the messages, especially when there is so much conflicting information about food out there.