Matile Ioane

Twenty-three years old, born and bred in the deep south of Dunedin, and now reside in the beautiful city of Christchurch with my partner. I would say I'm an analytical and logical thinker, with a strong problem-solving approach to work. Fun, confident and highly self- motivated with the ability to ‘think outside the box', and who can work well in a team. I am a woman of honesty and integrity, who has great communication skills and enjoys relating to people of all ages and walks of life. I come from a full Samoan background, my grandmother migrating to New Zealand in the late 70's with my mother and father. The unique cultural influences my parents have passed down have embraced and shaped me to be the woman I am today, driven, hardworking, reliable and friendly; but also, not forgetting how important it is to address people with empathy and respect, which are big pillars in my culture.

I have a passion and love for sport, team sports specifically. I grew up playing netball, rugby, sevens, basketball and volleyball. There is something about the thrill of getting to do something you love alongside people you enjoy surrounding yourself with!