Matariki - the people making it happen

Shayne Walker
Co-Chair of the Matariki Governance Group
General Manager of the Maungaharuru-Tangitū Trust

Wairoa-born Shayne Walker is as comfortable outdoors competing in Ironman as he is behind a boardroom table, chairing meetings.

With a background in the meatworks, professional rugby and designing policy and strategy in Corrections and Health, Shayne completed a Masters in Business Administration at Massey University in 2015.

Today, as the General Manager of Maungaharuru-Tangitū Trust, Shayne’s key focus is to advocate in the best interest of the Hapū and to progress the social, cultural, environmental and financial capital aspirations of the Hapū. His diverse background and governance/directorship experience means Shayne has a youthful, inquisitive outlook in progressing problems and solutions, with a particular focus on Māori partnership and development.

Currently Co-Chair of the Matariki Governance Group, alongside Napier City Council Chief Executive Wayne Jack, Shayne says Matariki presents a unique opportunity for the region to achieve the first true collaborative effort dedicated to the development of local people.

“The effort to this point can not be understated in encouraging a common agenda whilst also achieving some early wins. It is important not to lose sight of the big prize – the wellbeing of our people – so we have a lot of work to do.”

Specific Māori-focused projects and achievements include the development of the Hawke’s Bay Māori Tourism Trust, commencement of the Hawke’s Bay Food Innovation Park concept and supporting rangatahi in obtaining drivers licences and into employment.

Shayne says assisting with collaborative regional economic development has many similarities to a valuable experience he had as an 18-year-old father working at the Wairoa AFFCO meatworks.

Now a father of three, and a grandfather of one, Shayne’s whānau keeps him grounded.

“My amazing wife beats me at Ironman and is a PhD so I’ve given up trying to keep up with her – the purpose of life is to enjoy the journey, help others and assist our tamariki to be the best they can be.”

Shayne Walker is involved with the following initiatives:

Matariki Work Area 2
Improve pathways to and through employment

Action 2.5
Engage rangatahi in regional economic development so they increase their participation in the regional economy – contributes to Project 1000 (Action 2.1).

Related Actions
There are multiple Actions in Matariki – HBREDS which focus on Iwi and Hapū including Actions 2.10, 3.6, 5.1 & 7.2 (Details of these actions can be found on www.hbreds.nz/about-matariki/strategy/) 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Shayne Walker
General Manager - Maungaharuru-Tangitū Trust
Co-Chair of the Matariki Governance Group
swalker@tangoio.maori.nz

14 December 2017

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