Trust Staff

Chief Executive Officer: Liz Shea JP, Dip. Bus.

Liz took up the Community Trust leadership role in 2011 after a successful career with the Inland Revenue Department in Timaru. Liz is responsible for Community Trust management & business planning, management of Community House, staff management and overview of Community Trust operations. Liz enjoys gardening, genealogy and walking her dog “Max”.

Liz is available from 9am – 3.30pm Monday – Friday.
DD: (03) 687 7361  Mob: 021 819 687

Email: liz@comtrust.org.nz

Office Administrator: Suzanne Payne

Joining us in July 2020, Suzanne brings her experience working in accounts, customer service and marketing to the role of office administrator, based at reception. She will be assisting both the Community Trust and Community House teams.  “I’m thrilled to join Community House and am looking forward to getting to know the local community”.  In her spare time, Suzanne enjoys a variety of creative pursuits, including writing, sketching and lino printing.

Suzanne is available from 9am -2.30pm Monday-Friday

Phone (03) 687 7360

Email: office@comtrust.org.nz

Community Relations Manager: Lorel Hallinan  B.Com

Lorel joined the Community Trust in 2019 with a background in administration, customer service, planning and logistics in both not-for-profit and manufacturing organisations. Lorel manages the funding application process and prepares grant and policy recommendations for the board. She is also the media and community contact. Lorel enjoys yoga, gardening, movies and travel.

Lorel is available from 9.00 am – 3.30 pm Monday – Friday.
DD: (03) 687 7589  Mob: 021 819 060

Email: lorel@comtrust.org.nz