Taine joined the team at Kawakawa in July 2024, after moving up to Wellington from Wānaka earlier that year. 

Having previously worked in landscaping, Taine finds physical, outdoor work to be where they feel most capable. Conservation feels like a natural progression, and alongside a keen interest in native flora, Taine draws a lot of satisfaction from working towards goals that will benefit generations to come. Being actively involved in restoring ecosystems is a great motivator, and they feel lucky to spend my days at work contributing to the rejuvenation of our natural environment.

Away from work, Taine is usually busy getting creative in the kitchen, soaking up Wellington's South Coast, or popping over to Golden Bay to spend time tucked away in the bush.