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Our Team

Miriam McGrail
Operations Manager
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As Operations Manager and Community Projects, Miriam helps to build stronger communities across Hawke’s Bay and give people the tools to take the next step in their lives.
“I love working with people to support, encourage and meet their needs. My biggest joy is seeing people have hope of a better future and isolated people become a part of their community again.”

Steve Bradley
Trust Manager
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As Trust Manager, Steve looks after the finance and budgeting side of the Trust. Responsible for overseeing Community Projects and Facilitator of the CAP Budgeting Courses, Steve wants to see all families across Hawke’s Bay thriving.
“It’s well known that I love spreadsheets, but more importantly, I love seeing people in crisis situations being helped.”

Charlotte Buxton
Parenting Facilitator
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Facilitator of a range of Parenting Courses. Charlotte has a background in education, teaching and mentoring, and is Associate Pastor at Bay Vineyard Church.
“I love that our team comes together to provide a beautiful wraparound support service for those in need through practical and effective resourcing into an area of crisis, big or small. I really believe in the significance of empowering parents to feel confident in their parenting, and building community around them.”

Simone Richardson
Raising Hope
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Leading Raising Hope, Operations Manager Simone helps to support women facing hardship due to unplanned pregnancy. The wraparound support is designed to empower women to make choices that are best for their future and then help them realise that future.
“I love helping people in ways that will make a real long lasting difference in their life, or just being there to support them and walk with them when they need it.”

Misty Johnstone
Community Support Coordinator
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“When someone believes in you, listens with empathy, and loves without judgment they can be the support that nurtures healing.”
Our Board

Sam Harvey
Senior Pastor
Bay Vineyard Church

Steve Bradley
Pastor and Manager
Bay Vineyard Church

Bruce Ratima
Community legend and Kaumatua

Charlotte Buxton
Associate Pastor
Bay Vineyard Church