Bay of Plenty Garden & Art Festival @New Zealand Garden & ArtFest Trust

 

The NZ Garden & ArtFest Charitable Trust was formed in 2001 by a talented and forward thinking group who were passionate about gardens, art and promoting the beautiful Bay of Plenty in a philanthropic way.

 

Our Mission Statement:

“Inspire a passion for gardening and art”

 

The key objectives of the Trust are:

• To promote and improve the advancement of education, skill, knowledge and enjoyment of gardens and the arts in New Zealand
• To build and develop New Zealand’s premier Garden & Art Festival
• To create an enjoyable event for all who participate
• To enrich and strengthen our community
• To promote the unique lifestyle of the Bay of Plenty

 

 The current board of Trustees is:

• LIbby Hewitt (Chair)
• Mandie Taylor
• James Sherson
• Coraleigh Parker
• Ross Brown
• Murray Clode
• Julie Carlson
• Mark Henderson

 

The Festival Team is:

• Marc Anderson - Festival Director