Auckland

Kia Ora I’m Tess and I’m the Team Leader of Programmes in Auckland. I love engaging with our team and creating awesome opportunities for young people across Auckland. In my spare time I love being active at the gym, going for a hike, watching sports, being with my family and friends and spending time at the beach.

Hello, my name is Ella I am a programme coordinator for Youthtown Hillcrest. What I love about being a programme coordinator is seeing our young people grow up and learn new skills that they have learnt on our programmes. Working with young people is my passion and I hope to keep working with them in the future. 

Hi my name is Nina and I have been with Youthtown since 2016. I was born in the Philippines and moved to New Zealand when I was 3. I'm from East Auckland and have lived in Howick since moving here. I am super sporty and play football competitively, although I do love all sports! I have a passion for working with kids especially when it comes to sports. I originally became a personal trainer but found that I didn’t enjoy it as much as I do my job now!

Working with young people through sport in my community allows me to give back to the community that I grew up in & also allows me to provide an opportunity to help gives those in rural or low socio-economic communities an opportunity to learn & grow through exploring in physical movement.

When I am not working I enjoy being at the gym, playing netball, touch & exploring our back yard.

How are we all? Amber here! Whaaaaaat... My favourite machine at the gym is the vending machine.. Yup the one that dispenses refreshing treats. Love being a part of an amazing team coaching fantastic kids, am a big kid myself so definitely in my element. Love Life, love my family and friends, love my job, love sports.