Adrian is the chairperson of the Pipiriki Incorporation board of management. Adrian Pucher is a creative storyteller whose work flows like the rivers he draws inspiration from, combining the past to develop the future. He weaves imagery, memory, and design into visual narratives that honour land and lineage. From the misted gorges of the Whanganui to the golden tones of Pipiriki, Adrian’s creations capture the quiet pulse of place — where art and science meets history, and heritage breathes through every detail.

I work as a senior Accountant at Belton Smith & Associates Ltd in Whanganui. Pryor to that I was with Barlow Lendrum & Fitzgerald. For Leisure time I like hanging out with my family and playing the odd (and rather poorly) round of golf. Im a keen gardener and home maintenance person so I like working around the house, looking after my son’s rental property, and partly looking after my brother-in-law’s property. I am a keen follower of professional international road cycling.

Kat (Kathleen) Hawkins Treanor is a community leader from Pipiriki, Whanganui River. A board member of Pipiriki Incorporation, she represents her hapū Ngāti Kurawhatia of Te Ātihaunui-ā-Pāpārangi iwi, with ties to Paraweka Marae and Te Kupenga meeting house. Kat plays an active role in revitalising her community — leading projects like the Pipiriki playground, community park, and annual Christmas events. As a representative in the Community Led Development Team, she focuses on empowering rangatahi (youth) and caring for Pipiriki’s land, people, and future generations.

Teresa Hohepa is part of the Whanganui River’s new wave — combining heritage, hospitality, and whānau enterprise in Pipiriki. Teresa is also a board member of the Pipiriki Incorporation Board of Management Through Whanganui River Adventures, she helps run tours and visitor experiences that bring people back to the river’s heart. Her work reflects a wider revival led by descendants of the Pipiriki Incorporation — restoring pride, purpose, and presence to one of Aotearoa’s most storied river communities.

Don Robinson of Whanganui is a respected river leader and trustee whose decades of work have strengthened iwi, heritage, and environmental projects along the Whanganui River. He helped guide the Te Korowai o Wainuiārua Treaty settlement, achieved in 2025 after more than 40 years of effort, and played key roles in restoring the historic Pipiriki wharepuni and returning the taonga Te Kōanga o Rehua. Grounded in service to his community, Don's work blends governance, land stewardship, and cultural revival — ensuring the Whanganui River and its people remain connected for generations to come.

Condolences to Poara Haitana whānau for the recent passing of respect board member

Jenny Tamakehu is a strong and steady voice for Whanganui’s rural and iwi communities. With extensive experience across trusts, marae, and local government, she is recognised for achieving practical outcomes — from upgrading Three Waters infrastructure to improving rural connectivity through satellite technology at Matahiwi Marae. Her leadership is grounded in cultural values, guided by her whānau and hapū history. Jenny understands that strong communities are built on collective responsibility and inclusivity, and that modern infrastructure reflecting current technology is essential to enable future development. As former Chair of Te Whiringa Muka Trust, she oversaw the wide distribution of pātaka kai to whānau and marae. She has also served as a trustee for the Ngāporo-Waimarino Forest Trust, a member of Te Mata Pūau within the Te Pūwaha Port revitalisation project, and currently serves on the Pipiriki Incorporation, representing Māori interests in land and environmental governance. Jenny also contributed to the Whanganui Land Settlement Negotiation Trust and has been a long-serving member of Te Rūnanga o Tamaupoko. A leader focused on sustainable progress — practical, principled, and deeply committed — Jenny Tamakehu continues to champion the future of her community with integrity and vision.

Kia ora, my name is Josephine Haworth. I was born and bred local from Pipiriki having grown up on the river all my life with my own family. My husband, Ken, and I own and operate our Maori Tourism business in Pipiriki also, leasing our old school premises and grounds from Pipiriki Incorporation. Our goal is to be able to expand our local tourism business enabling us to employ more of our whanau / whanaunga from the rohe (area) growing them into the Tourism Industry for the importance of keeping our small villages on the river surviving. Biggest achievement for us is being the owners of a successful Maori Tourism Business on the river.