The Melbourne 2027 Team.
Executive Team
Our Executive Team provides the leadership, direction, and coordination that make this family reunion possible. Through their dedication, planning, and commitment, they help bring our families together, strengthen connections across generations, and preserve our shared heritage. We thank them for their service and for helping create lasting memories for current and future generations.
Chairperson
Maine Nga Tekopua
Assistant Chair
Te’o Anthony Sofe
Secretary
Tere Brown
Assistant Secretary
Marg Pere Kairua
Treasurer
Roberta Matai
Assistant Treasurer
Fuafa’asaga I’o Tuakeu Lafaele
Executive Committee.
Our Committee Members play a vital role in supporting the Executive Team and helping bring our family reunion to life. Through their time, effort, and dedication, they assist with planning, coordination, and event activities that help ensure everything runs smoothly. Their contribution strengthens family connections and helps create a memorable experience for all who attend.
Fundraiser Co-ordinator
Te’o Anthony Sofe
Reunion Uniform
Mary Charlie
Transportation
Melissa Mani
Catering
Lily Henry
Gift Bags/Banners
Louisa Puna
Security
Willie Matai Simiona
Website, IT
Newman Thomas
Assistant Website, IT
Joe Tekopua
Sound System
Melbourne
Worship & Devotions
Pr. Cheoneth, Pr. Russel, All Strickland Family Pastors.
First Aid/Doctor
Dr Minnie Strickland
Decorations
Rongo Wichman
Genealogy & Papaanga
Makiroa John Mitchell
Entertainment
John Ioane Uri & Rangi Iorangi
MC
Teremoana Brown & Kendall Brown
Representatives from each Line.
Our Family Representatives serve as the link between their family lines and the reunion organising team. They help share information, encourage participation, and ensure their families remain connected and represented. Their commitment helps strengthen communication, preserve family history, and bring generations together to celebrate our shared heritage and family connections.
Annie Strickland
Mary Charlie & Tepaeru Tracey Tavai
Edward Glassie Strickand
Willie & Roberta Matai
Charles Iti Line
Margaret Pere
John Rio Strickland
Rangi Ioane Iorangi
Lily-Lucy-Tipapa
Emele Hosea
Minora Line 1st Twin
Tere Brown & Uruange Pupuke
Teaupoto
Melissa Mani
Teariki
Email us: info@stricklandfamilyreunion.com if you like to be family rep.
Hosea
Email us: info@stricklandfamilyreunion.com if you like to be family rep.
Ngatamaine
Email us: info@stricklandfamilyreunion.com if you like to be family rep.