Melka Oakley

Te Whanau-a-Apanui / Waikato-Tainui

Melka, who is originally from Raukokore and Rahui Pōkeka (Huntly) moved to Tūranganui-a-Kiwa with her husband Matt and daughter in 2017 from Hong Kong to be closer to her whānau and whenua. With a background in technology and education, Melka is motivated by opportunities to lift people to their full potential.

A recent addition to the Mates of Tairāwhiti whānau, Melka brings her facilitation skills and the ability to connect with people on all levels to support our more experienced presenters in the team.