Parafed Auckland Appoints acting Chief Executive

Parafed Auckland is pleased to announce the appointment of Yann Roux, Business Development Manager, Parafed Auckland, as Acting Chief Executive.  Yann will assume his new role on 25 November 2019 following the departure of current Chief Executive Tom Smith.

Yann has been with Parafed Auckland since Feb 2018 and brings broad experience of marketing, communications and operations to our work for Aucklanders living with disabilities.

Since Yann joined us he has shown professionalism, creativity and a clear understanding of the strategic and operational priorities of the organisation. The board has every confidence in Yann’s ability to continue this over the coming months.

Outgoing CEO Tom Smith Said:  ‘There has been a real catalyst for change at both Parafed Auckland and in the disability sport sector. Yann has been part of that change and I believe will continue to grow and develop the excellent work of Parafed Auckland.’

Parafed Auckland Board Chair Kari Jones said ‘Yann’s enthusiasm and intuitive understanding of the goals of the organisation make him a safe pair of hands. He is a team player who will steer us through this period of change. We look forward to working with him.’

Yann Roux said ‘I am incredibly proud to be given the job of nurturing and building on the legacy of a leading charity that represents the best of New Zealand. Parafed Auckland is recognized as New Zealand oldest disability sport organization and I look forward to working alongside its people to take it to the next level.’

Tom Smith joins the Lion Foundation as Grants Manager.

CEO Tom Smith leaving

 It is with great sadness that Parafed Auckland announces the departure of Chief Executive Tom Smith at the end of November. Tom will join the Lion Foundation as the Grants Manager in an appointment that recognises the skills, energy and enthusiasm Tom has brought to our organisation.

 Tom joined Parafed Auckland in mid-2018 after more than 10 years’ experience working in the disability sector in the United Kingdom. 

 Since his appointment Tom has consolidated and grown Parafed Auckland’s position as the leading disability sports and recreation provider in Auckland.

 “This was a very difficult decision for me and I would like to take this opportunity to thank both the board and the team who have helped develop Parafed Auckland into the successful organisation it is today. It has been a privilege to lead Parafed Auckland and I am hugely proud of what we have achieved,” said Tom.

 Parafed Auckland’s Chair Kari Jones said “I am confident that Parafed Auckland will continue to grow and build on the excellent work that Tom has done since his arrival. The Board congratulates Tom on his new role and will seek to replace Tom in the new year.”

🌟Scholarship Recipient Highlight🌟

Neelam O’Neill - Shooting Para Sport Athlete
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I was introduced to shooting as a kid, where my step-father and I used to shoot ice-cream containers and cans on family camps. I was then re-introduced to shooting at age 15, when I competed in the National high-school Small bore competition where we shot .22 rifles. My team placed top 20 and the following year my new team placed first. In 2011, I moved to Auckland for university and discovered air-rifle shooting through Parafed Auckland - Para Sport and Recreation.
I officially joined the Parafed Auckland Shooting Club in 2012 and began competing nationally in 2013. My first overseas competition was for an Australian Grand Prix in Sydney, 2014 and since have travelled to Australia (Sept, 2015), Thailand (Nov, 2017) and UAE (2019) for the World Shooting Para Sport World Cups.
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Neelam O'Neill

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👩‍🎓Scholarship - 2019 Promotion👨‍🎓

We are thrilled to announce the 2019 promotion of the Parafed Auckland Scholarship:

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- Gemma Fletcher - Alpine skier
- Neelam O'Neill
- Sarah Ellington- Para Cyclist
- Sionann Murphy
- Tupou Neiufi
- Josh Crean
- Mii Pepe
- Mitch Joynt
- Nick Blincoe Para Cyclist
Stay tuned because in the next few days, we will present each one of our Scholarship recipient!!!
🤩Huge congratulations to you all🤩

Introducing our new partner - NILE Design

Where are happy to welcome Nile Design to the Parafed Auckland family!

Based in Karaka, Auckland, Nile Design is a helpful & friendly Graphic Design company that caters to everybody:

- Corporate Contracts

- Small Businesses

- Schools

- One off individual requests 

Nile Design offers the complete start to finish package. 

Working with other trusted companies they have the knowledge to take your brief through to design and application, making the process quick and easy for you.

You can visit their website by clicking HERE.

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Introducing our new partner - Bolt Electrical Limited

Where are happy to welcome Bolt Electrical Limited to the Parafed Auckland family!

Bolt Electrical Limited join us as a Practical Sponsor.

They are a New Zealand Registered Master Electrician specialising in Residenital, Commercial, Audio/Visual and Landscape Lighting,
We called on them to redo the electrical system of our office. Quality work and professionalism, we recommend their services if you want to modernize and upgrade your indoor and outdoor spaces.

You can visit their website by clicking HERE.

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Introducing our new partner - Walls & Roche Pharmacy

Where are happy to welcome Walls & Roche to the Parafed Auckland family!

Walls & Roche join us as Sponsor.

Walls and Roche pharmacy has been serving the community since 1908. With a heritage of over a 100 years, they proudly served generations of customers. Their latest investments in robotics helps them to deliver the best in class medicine care, allowing them to spend more time with us customers. 

You can visit their website by clicking HERE.

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ABs Jerseys GIVEAWAY

🏉GIVEAWAY TIME🏉
As proud supporters of our national rugby team, we want to help you get ready to cheer on the All Blacks!
Thanks to Cooper Tires NZ you will have the possibility to win 2 All Blacks Jerseys!!!


To do so?

- Head to our Facebook post by following the link below.
- Like Parafed Auckland - Para Sport and Recreation👍 and Cooper Tires New Zealand 👍
- Comment with the name of the person you want to give the second jersey⌨🗣
The draw will be done the 17th of April at 3pm