About us

Cromwell Youth Trust (CYT) is an established non-profit Youth Organisation (CC23961) that is located in the heart of Central Otago.

We support and advocate for local tamariki and rangatahi throughout Cromwell & surrounding areas

Our story

Welcome to the Cromwell Youth Trust! We are delighted to introduce you to a vibrant community, dedicated to empowering young individuals from Years 7 to 13. At our trust, we believe in nurturing the unique potential of our rangatahi through a supportive and dynamic environment. Our mission is to provide a range of enriching opportunities that foster personal growth, improved confidence, and social responsibility.

We aim to inspire curiosity and encourage a lifelong passion for hauora and wellbeing. Whether through innovative programmes, collaborative projects, or leadership opportunities, our goal is to equip young minds with the skills and experiences they need to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are excited to partner with community and business on this adventure and helping all rangatahi reach their full potential.

Our team

Liana Harrison

General Manager - Kaiwhakahaere Matua

Liana Harrison

General Manager - Kaiwhakahaere Matua

Mother of two, Wrangler of ideas, Collector of awesome people.

Tayla Hurring

Youth Worker - Kaimahi Taiohi

Tayla Hurring

Youth Worker - Kaimahi Taiohi

Mother of two, Feeder of many, Voluntary taxi driver of teenagers!

Jeremiah La’ulu (La)

Youth Worker - Kaimahi Taiohi

Jeremiah La’ulu (La)

Youth Worker - Kaimahi Taiohi

Passionate youth ambassador, Lover of food, Keen golfer.

Daniel Russell

Youth Worker - Kaimahi Taiohi

Daniel Russell

Youth Worker - Kaimahi Taiohi

Father of two, Constant handyman, Bringer of energy!

Our board

Haemia Melling

Board Chairperson

Haemia Melling

Board Chairperson

Duncan McInnes

Board Treasurer

Duncan McInnes

Board Treasurer

Melissa Dodd

Board Trustee

Melissa Dodd

Board Trustee

Jane Williamson

Board Trustee

Jane Williamson

Board Trustee

Jayne McInnes

Board Trustee

Jayne McInnes

Board Trustee

Maree Lapthorne

Board Trustee

Maree Lapthorne

Board Trustee

Helen Kensington

Board Trustee

Helen Kensington

Board Trustee

Andrea Howden

Board Trustee

Andrea Howden

Board Trustee