Rose joined Te Araroa in January, 2025 as Marketing and Communications Lead. She brings experience from a long career in marketing and communications across a wide range of organisations, including brand management roles with iconic kiwi brands like Kiwibank and the Department of Conservation.

A mum of two and passionate conservationist, Rose loves spending time outdoors and is rewilding her own backyard. She’s deeply committed to caring for our wild places and to helping others connect with them. Rose and her whānau hope to walk Te Araroa over the next 10 years.