The annual fair and everything that goes into it is organised by our Event Manager – Jo Reilly.  You can contact Jo by emailing info@nelsongrowables.co.nz

Patrons

Gary & Gill Vergine are acknowledged as founders of the event and have been appointed Patrons of the Trust.

Board of Trustees

The Trust has appointed a Board of Trustees to take care of the day to day running of the Trusts affairs and planning for the future of growables.   At present there are 5 Trustees from different cross sections of the local community:
Joanna Innes-Walker – Chairs the Trust and brings a wealth of organisational experience to the group as well as being a member of the Marybank Garden Club.
Gill Vergine – Also a Patron of the Trust and local GP, Gill brings a passion for increasing health through gardening.
Jeff Bryant – Horticulture Teacher at Nayland College Jeff manages the Trusts Finances and brings in the focus on getting kids gardening.
Richard Palmer – With vast experience project managing in many different areas Richard provides good organisational skills to the Trust.
Heather Cole – Manager of a garden supplies store at Mapua, Heather provides input to marketing and knowledge of what people are growing.

Steering Group

The Trust also has a working group comprising sponsors and other supportive organisations and individuals including NELMAC, Nelson Marlborough District Health Board and Nelson City Council.