Media Release. For Immediate Release. 8 April 2011

Hikurangi Executive Director to Step Down

Today the Hikurangi Foundation, an independent charity creating positive action towards climate change, announced the stepping down of its Executive Director, Liana Stupples.

Ms Stupples helped pioneer many New Zealand firsts with the Foundation and its project partners, including low-carbon tourism pilots and New Zealand's first community owned wind turbine that has the potential to earn money for locals.

Tom Lambie, chair of the Foundation, paid tribute to Ms Stupples' achievements since the Foundation was established in 2008 to catalyse action on sustainability and climate change in New Zealand. “Liana has been a highly-effective leader, and I regret that changes in her personal circumstances have meant she wants to hand over the role. We are delighted, however, that she has agreed to continue to support Hikurangi’s work in a consulting role.”

Ms Stupples said The Hikurangi Foundation is now well-established, with a strong record of supporting entrepreneurs and communities taking positive action for a low-carbon future. “I have been inspired by the drive and determination of so many extraordinary kiwis who just want to get on and get things done. I would especially like to thank all the staff of the Tindall and Todd Foundations who have been incredibly generous with their time, advice and support during the establishment phase.”

Since Ms Stupples term as Executive Director the Foundation she also has sparked, piloted, or boosted action on a 9/10 energy star house called Little Greenie that does not cost the earth to build and needs less than $70 heating per year; an independent tailored home energy advice service that allows people to make the best choices for them; and house performance and sustainability training for real estate agents.

Recruitment for this unique role to lead the Foundation into its next phase is underway. Interested candidates should contact Louise Parkin for more details- ExecucareNZ Ltd - louise.parkin@execucare.com - Phone 0800 393 282 - Mobile 021 832 251. Deadline: 26 April 2011.

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