The Trust was delighted to welcome Ashleigh Sagar as a trustee in October. Born and raised in Takapūwāhia, Ashleigh (Ngāti Toa Rangatira) has a lifelong connection to TeAwarua o Porirua. Through her work with the Te Mana Taiao team at Te Rūnanga o Toa Rangatira, Ashleigh brings together Mātauranga Māori and environmental science to care for and protect the natural world. As a trustee, she is committed to ensuring that Te Awarua o Porirua is restored and thriving, honouring the past while safeguarding the harbour for generations to come.