Tō Mātou Tīma - Our Team

Sandra Potaka

Māori House Board Member

Sandra joined the SociaLink Board as the representative of Waitaha in 2024. Sandra lives at Manoeka, Te Puke, is affiliated with Te Arawa and Mataatua Waka and is active with her marae, hapu, and iwi in the Bay of Plenty region. As an advocate for her people, Sandra participates in marae, hapū, iwi and community initiatives, and has roles on a number of boards and committees. After many years in the public sector, Sandra utilises that experience to support local and regional activities. Because the mahi and kaupapa of SociaLink greatly benefit our communities at all levels, Sandra is pleased to be a current Board member, and an advocate for development led by, and on behalf of, our community.