Hanmer Springs Community Board’s newest member has been sworn in, with Stacey Inglis this week formally taking up the role.
Her appointment follows the recent by-election to fill an extraordinary vacancy created by the passing of long-serving member, Richard Tapper.
Ms Inglis, who is of Ngati Porou descent, has lived in the township for 18 years and is well-known for her volunteering spirit, including being on the bowling club committee and lending a hand with the school’s Kapa Haka group. She’s also a familiar face as the co-owner, with husband Zane, of Rustic Café, which they have been running since 2005.
“This community looks out for each other. I love the sense of community – that was really behind putting my name forward,” said Ms Inglis.
At this week’s meeting, she received the delegation of responsibility for the board’s Public Relations portfolio, and was added to the list of Community Board members with a specific interest in the development of the Queen Mary Hospital Historic Reserve.
Hurunui Mayor, Marie Black, welcomed Ms Inglis onto the board.
