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Koro Carman - Business Development
Koro was raised in the Hokianga and comes from a tourism and hospitality background. Seven years ago he returned home after a prolonged period of work in Auckland. Koro's biggest thrill is being involved in a business that is at the heart of the tourism industry in this special part of Northland and one that is creating opportunities for local people and communities. Koro has very recently returned to Auckland to pursue Business Development and to be closer to his 4 year old daughter.
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Tawhiri Riwai - Footprints Waipoua & Crossings Hokianga Guide
Another native of the Hokianga, Tawhiri studied Te Reo (Maori) at the Northland Polytechnic in Kaikohe. The traditional Maori language was orally based, i.e. spoken not written, and it is here that Tawhiri comes in to his own. His lilting voice is a treat to hear and he will share this with you at unexpected moments during our walks and tours. The forest is constantly moving and listening and our response is provided through story and song.
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Jaime Clarkson - Office Reception
Jaime has a background in Hospitality and Tourism having worked at the Whangarei iSITE Centre. Jaime has a young family and is relishing the opportunity of a new challenge. She is a determined and motivated individual who possesses a dynamic and positive personality.
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Bill Matthews - Footprints Waipoua & Crossings Hokianga Guide
Bill has returned home from Auckland and he enjoys the fact that he is closer to his family and is able to explore and use his Maori knowledge. Bill has a really distinctive voice that will send a chill down your spine. Bill is from Panguru but lives in Omapere.
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Ai Okada - Footprints Waipoua & Crossings Hokianga Japanese Translator
Ai is from Kobe, Japan and spent 7 years living on Yakushima Island. Ai has been living in the Hokianga for close to two years. Ai graduated from the University of Hiroshima where she studied Marine Biology. Ai loves anything to do with Mother Nature and the outdoors. Ai worked for YNAC, a leading eco tourism operator, whilst living on Yakushima Island.
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Jane Matthews - On Call Guide
Jane brings with her a raft of experiences which she has developed while working with various conservation and tourism entities. Some of these being Kiwi Husbandry and Kokako release, Hospitality & Tourism, Community Relations and administration to name but a few. She currently fills a role of Project Development and is committed to bringing these skills and knowledge back to the local Iwi of Te Roroa. Jane is passionate about teaching her children Te Reo (Maori) and continues to remind them of how lucky they are to be living amongst Tanemahuta, beneath the feet of Te Matua Ngahere and know that both are outside their own backyard.
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