Our team

Catrin has over 10 years' experience working in senior roles with cancer charities in New Zealand and in the UK. Catrin has a wealth of experience in not-for-profit fundraising and leadership. Read more.

Lorraine has a wealth of nursing experience primarily in paediatrics, palliative care and long-term medically fragile conditions, as well as experience in planning and funding of public hospital services. Read more.

Simone has worked in administration, accounts and finance roles across various industries for over 15 years and is passionate about using her skills within the charity sector. Read more.

Karri worked for several years as our Support Administrator and is now our Data and IT officer. Karri has a background in medical editing and administration with experience in public health, not-for-profit, and academic spheres. Read more.

Meleesa joined the Sweet Louise team in September 2022 as our Office Administrator. She brings strong experience in office administration and customer service, and a love of helping others. Read more.

Ngaire is an experienced leader and manager who has spent her career driving social change and cultural advancement in public service, not for profit and charity organisations. Read more

Chani is our Support Coordinator for the Top of the South Island based in Nelson. She is a certified meditation and mindfulness teacher, with a background in allied health and movement education. Read more

Nadine is Support Coordinator for the Auckland South and East regions. Nadine is a qualified occupational therapist who has worked in New Zealand and overseas. She has also worked as a counsellor and has a strong interest in stress management. Read more.

Angela is the Support Coordinator for the Waikato area. Angela worked as a pharmacist for over 30 years and also spent time working in a cancer care facility before joining Sweet Louise. Read more.

Teresa Hall is a Support Coordinator for the Wellington and Taranaki regions. Teresa has worked in community and social services for over a decade, with a background in community law, family violence, advocacy and whānau support. Read more 

Sara is our Support Coordinator for the Northland region. Sara has a background in nursing and midwifery. Read more.

Lisa is the Support Coordinator for the central North Island region. Lisa worked as a Practice Nurse in General Practices in Palmerston North for over 29 years before joining Sweet Louise. Read more.

Emily is our Support Coordinator for the Bay of Plenty and Lakes region. Emily is an accredited health coach with a background in physiotherapy, oncology rehabilitation, health advocacy, and health education. Read more.

Ellie Cope is the Support Coordinator for the central Auckland region. Ellie is a registered social worker, who worked for many years in the field of family violence and supporting young people. Read more.

Jo is our Support Coordinator for the Auckland North and West regions. Jo has a background as a medical doctor, in general practice and sexual and reproductive health. She’s also worked in the not-for-profit sector, supporting families and tamariki.

Victoria has over 15 years’ experience in marketing and fundraising across a wide variety of organisations. Victoria enjoys working in the charitable sector. Read more.

Jodie has over a decade of experience in the not-for-profit sector. Jodie is dedicated to creating meaningful connections for Sweet Louise supporters. Read more.

May has more than two decades of experience in the not-for-profit sector and has worked as a fundraiser for New Zealand charities for the past seven years. Read more.

Nida joined Sweet Louise in May 2025 as a Community and Events Fundraiser. She has a background in supporter care and fundraising for the not-for-profit sector. Read more.

With more than 8 years of experience in customer service and administration, I bring care, professionalism, and a genuine passion for helping others to my role as a support care coordinator at Sweet Louise. Read more.

Amy brings diverse experience, starting her career as a hairstylist, fitting and styling wigs for women undergoing chemotherapy, plus over 10 years' experience in content creation, social media management, and brand messaging. Read more.

Charlotte has over 18 years’ experience in communications, public relations and engagement for not-for-profit organisations gained in New Zealand and the UK. Read more.