Our Staff
Meet the team behind Ahu Community Trust, working across funding, support, administration and community connection to help bring the Trust’s vision to life across Mid and South Canterbury.
Meet our Staff Team
Tim Barnett
Chief Executive Officer
Tim joined the Community Trust in 2025, bringing leadership experience from community-focused organisations across New Zealand, South Africa, and Australia, including as a MP for Christchurch Central (1996-2008). Tim aims to strengthen the trust’s impact…
Tim Barnett
Chief Executive OfficerTim joined the Community Trust in 2025, bringing leadership experience from community-focused organisations across New Zealand, South Africa, and Australia, including as a MP for Christchurch Central (1996-2008). Tim aims to strengthen the trust’s impact through strategic investment, effective giving, and deeper engagement across social, environmental, and cultural initiatives in the region.
Tim is available Mondays – Friday 9.00am to 4:00pm
DD: (03) 687 7361
Mob: 021 2022 587Email: ceo@ahu.nz
Catherine Neill
Grants Manager
Catherine joined the Community Trust in 2023 with a background in finance, audit and administration. Catherine manages the funding application process and prepares grant and policy recommendations for the Board. She is also the media…
Catherine Neill
Grants ManagerCatherine joined the Community Trust in 2023 with a background in finance, audit and administration. Catherine manages the funding application process and prepares grant and policy recommendations for the Board. She is also the media and community contact. Catherine enjoys reading, gardening, and walking.
Catherine is available Mondays – Friday 9.00am to 4.30pm
DD: (03) 687 7589
Mob: 021 819 060Email: grants@ahu.nz
Dana McDougall
Operations Coordinator
Dana is available Mondays – Friday 9.00am to 4:00pm DD: (03) 687 7360 Email: office@ahu.nz