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Manawatū Tenants' Union Coordinator Kevin Reilly
The objectives of the Manawatū Tenants' Union are:
  • To support the welfare of tenants of the Manawatū region
  • To advise, assist and generally support tenants in their dealings with landlords
  • To empower tenants to act in their own best interests in regard to their accommodation needs
  • To educate the community on the rights and obligations of tenants and landlords
  • To network with other government and community agencies

The Manawatū Tenants' Union is administered by a voluntary Board that is elected annually.  The current Board members are Joy Panoho (Chair), Leigh Basile (Treasurer), Julie MacDonald (minute taker), John Holland, Kerry Howe, Hannah Kuriger, Thomas Robertson, Kathleen Stephens, Lorna Tattersfield, Marlene Taylor, Jeremy Tocker, and Shaun Stanley.  The Manawatū Tenants' Union coordinator is Kevin Reilly, and with more than 25 years in this position he has immeasurable organisational and community experience and memory with which to mobilise housing solutions.  Supporting Kevin is Daniel Ryland who has been with the Manawatū Tenants' Union for the past 4 years.

Our History
The Manawatū Tenants' Union was established in 1985 for the purpose of education, support, and advocacy for families and individuals with tenancy issues. The organisation in effect facilitates housing stability. The Manawatū Tenants' Union is a community development organisation with strong networks that include many social service providers, community development organisations, tertiary institutions, government agencies, housing providers, and individuals.  It has a well-documented and established history of delivering problem solving services to individuals and families experiencing tenancy difficulties. The assistance provided varies according to client group and individual/family needs. 

Annual Reports
Please click on the link below to access our annual reports