Ko Whakarongorua te maunga,
Ko Utakura te awa,
Ko Ngātokimatawhaorua te waka,
Ko Ngāpuhi tōku iwi,
Ko Te Waimarama, ko Mataitaua, ko Te Papa o Rotu ōku marae.
Ko Dana Rowell toku ingoa.
I acknowledge my mother’s lineage from England, grounding me in both Māori and Pākehā worlds.
As a trustee of Te Pā Arch, I bring over 20 years’ experience as an accountant working alongside community organisations, marae, and purpose-led entities. My focus is on strengthening financial, relational, and organisational foundations to support sustainable, thriving communities.
I’m aligned with Te Pā Arch’s commitment to cultural expression, diversity, and creating spaces where people feel a strong sense of belonging.