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 About Community LINK

 

Community LINK is the Upper Clutha's one-stop community support and connection centre, supporting our growing community across the full welfare spectrum. We work to provide information and support; connect and collaborate; and build resilient community through development projects and cross-sector collaboration.

Our vision is that Upper Clutha people can thrive. Our Kaupapa is to be kind in our approach; innovative and adaptive in our thinking; inclusive in our relationships; embracing diversity; and honouring community voice.

Our mahi is diverse:

  • We are a Heartlands Services centre, providing a gateway to information and support from government and community services.

  • We coordinate the local Foodbank and food security initiatives across the district.

  • We coordinate welfare and social work support, including financial assistance with one-off household costs and counselling for our young people.

  • We collaborate widely and across sectors to identify and address gaps in provision, building resilience through community engagement and development.

Our Team

  • Kate Murray

    Manager

  • Kim Baker

    Community Services Coordinator

  • Nicola Plumridge

    Community Support & Connection Coordinator

  • Yvonne Walker

    Food Security Coordinator

  • Natalie Barlow

    Office Manager

  • Arda Booiman-Moorman

    Office Support

  • Kenzie Hamilton

    Community Project Coordinator

  • Tish Telford

    Office Support

 

Our Trustees

 

Established in 2003, our organisation is governed by the Alpine Community Development Trust (ACDT) and operated through a Board of Trustees:

Chair: Ian Maxwell
Treasurer: Peter Humphrey
Vicki McDermott
Quentin Smith
Michaela Blacklock
Rosey Williamson
Lucy Middendorf

The board meet monthly and are responsible for the governance and strategic direction of the organisation, bringing a diverse set of skills and experience.

 

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