Rachel Tau'alupe - Deputy Chair​​​​​​​

I am a Marlborough local who is passionate about netball and our community. Over the years I have been a player, coach, umpire, team manager and committee member and hope that these skills and experience can help me to make a positive impact in our local netball centre. As a Mum to two children who love sport and being active, helping to future proof our sporting pathways and opportunities is very important to me.

When I'm not being mildly competitive on the court, I work full time in the wine industry as a Logistics Manager and also run my own business as a Marriage celebrant. I hope to bring some of these expertise in planning, event management, marketing and sponsorship to help our centre to flourish.

Amber McNamara

Kia Ora! I'm excited to introduce myself as a new member of the Marlborough Netball Board. Having moved to this beautiful region 5 years ago from Otago, I bring with me a wealth of experience from my time in the southern netball communities.

My netball journey spans many years from the age of 6, during which I've worn many hats - as a player, umpire, committee member and coach. This diverse experience has given me a comprehensive understanding of the sport from various perspectives and regions.

Beyond the court, I hold other governance roles locally that have honed my experience, I am the Deputy Chair at the Marlborough Chamber of Commerce and the Deputy Chair of the REAP Marlborough.

Professionally, I have had an eclectic career working across many industries and positions.

I currently own two businesses; one business is a Computer and Vocational training business where we help individuals into new careers and the other is a consultancy business that assists businesses create efficiencies through process and system improvements.

I'm thrilled to be part of the Marlborough Netball Board and can't wait to contribute to the continued success of netball in our community.

Shane Speakman

Sport has always played an important role in my life and in our family.  I have two children, with one actively involved in netball, which has given me a strong appreciation for the positive impact the sport has on young people. From the West Coast originally, I have worked in Marlborough’s wine industry for the past 24 years in viticulture with Pernod Ricard, Indevin, and now as company viticulturist with Jeremy Walsh Viticulture. In the past I have also coached junior football and value opportunities to give back to our sporting community.

Debs Moffat

I have within the last year moved to Marlborough, having been heavily involved in the netball community in Canterbury playing, umpiring and coaching for more years than i'd like to put on paper. I'm looking forward to sharing my experiences from another province and also providing my support to the board.  Having been secretary on a Primary School board and heavily involved with the governance secretary and treasurer side of the Canterbury Provincial Fire Brigades association which has been in existence for the last 106 years.

Outside of playing netball I work as an office manager in a local winery and am currently studying a Bachelor of Accounting.  Our move to Marlborough took us to the edge of the sounds so we now are actively checking out the local tracks to walk/ trail run, kayaking, biking and fishing also take up our spare time.  My husband is also a Station Officer of our local Fire Brigade. He's been volunteering for fire for the last 21 years, we love supporting our local communities.

We have two adult children who still live, work and study in Canterbury.

I'm really looking forward to getting to know the netball community and assisting where I can.

A side note to fellow netballers, yes I do have an identical twin sister who has lived in Marlborough for over 20 years, so no she isn't ignoring you and yes I'm still to meet you!

Lesley Wilson

I am excited to be involved with Marlborough Netball as a board member.  I will contribute positively to the planning and growth of netball in our region. Originating from Canterbury but living most of my life in Marlborough I have had a long association with the local netball community.  I am a player, coach, umpire and currently President of Harlequins COG Netball Club.

When our son was young, I assisted my husband with coaching JAB rugby, so netball is not the only sporting code I have been affiliated with.

I am employed in an Operational role supporting three businesses within the Vines Village. 

Family is extremely important to me, so I think nothing of heading over to Nelson for a coffee catch up with our son & his family.  Daily walks with the dog, a bike ride or being on the water in the Marlborough sounds are my free time activity choices. I don’t travel far without my camera, ever hopeful that I can capture something special with the lense.

I am looking forward to the off season when more of the strategic planning for Marlborough Netballs future will be undertaken.

Jacob Collins 

I began my netball journey at age 11, playing for St Mary’s School, and the sport has been a strong part of my life ever since. Over the years, my involvement has grown beyond playing, with eight years of experience umpiring indoor netball. Three years ago, I became a registered netball umpire for Marlborough Netball and am currently progressing through the Netball New Zealand umpiring framework, continuing to develop my skills and knowledge of the game. I also have recently put my Playing shows back on and competed in the Marlborough Netball Premier competition for the Men’s Invitational team

Outside of netball, I work in the Marlborough wine industry at a small organic vineyard, where I enjoy being part of a hands-on, sustainable environment. In my spare time, you’ll usually find me outdoors making the most of the Marlborough Sounds — especially out on the water fishing and enjoying everything our region has to offer.

I will bring a strong understanding of netball operations to the governance role at the Marlborough Netball Board. Through my experience as both a player and an umpire progressing within the Netball New Zealand framework, I understand the importance of clear pathways, accountability, and continuous improvement. My background in the wine industry has strengthened my awareness of health and safety compliance, risk management, and working within structured regulatory environments — all of which are essential at a governance level. I am committed to contributing strategically, supporting long-term planning, fostering strong community relationships, and helping ensure sustainable growth and positive outcomes for netball in our region.