Alison Donovan - Presiding Member

Kia ora - I am Alison, a mum of 3 tamariki, 2 of whom had a great time at TIS, and one who is currently in year 7.
I have been a member of the TIS Board of Trustees since 2022, and have served as Presiding Member since February 2024. I enjoy giving back to a school that has provided (and still provides) so much for my whānau. It's a great way to gain a deeper understanding of how a school functions and to contribute to ensuring TIS operates effectively, both now and for ākonga in the future.  I have a background in business, people and financial management, so being on the Board allows me to use all of my skills in a different way to what I do in my paid employment. 
Aside from the Board, I am the General Manager at Willis Legal, and love walking up Sugar Loaf and supporting my kids play sport.

Jamie Stockan 

I'm Jamie Stockan, and it's a privilege to serve on the Taradale Intermediate Board of Trustees.

As a parent with a long-term commitment to our local schools, I currently have a child at the Intermediate, a teenager at Napier Girls' High School, and a younger child who will be joining us in the future. This gives me a vested interest in the success and well-being of our students at every stage of their education.

My professional background in the construction and related industries provides me with valuable skills in project management, budgeting, and property maintenance. I am dedicated to using this expertise to help the board with asset management, ensuring our school facilities are safe, well-maintained, and prepared for the future.

I am committed to working with our community, staff, and fellow trustees to ensure Taradale Intermediate remains a high-achieving and supportive environment for all students. 

Jessica Bruin

Neil Blunden

Chamil Liyanage

Hugh Reed - Staff Representative

Kia ora koutou,

My name is Hugh Reed, and I have the privilege of serving as the Staff Representative on the Board of Trustees. I am the Kaiako in Room 9 and the Team Leader of the Mohaka Whanaukura. I’m excited to contribute to the Board by offering a staff perspective and sharing insights into the day-to-day experiences of teaching and learning at Taradale Intermediate School.

Previously, I served as a Parent Representative on the Bledisloe School Board for three years. I have been teaching at T.I.S. for the past eight years and am actively involved in both Mathematics and Rugby within the school.
Outside of school, I’m married to a fellow teacher, and together we have three children—aged 9, 6, and 4—who will, in time, make their way through Taradale Intermediate.