ABOUT

Meet the team

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The Vinnies team is here to help

The team at Vinnies Wellington come from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures, yet they each share a passion for helping people. The team strives to provide practical and effective help to those in need. Our team believes that by sharing people's burdens and joys, we sow seeds of hope and promoting self-sufficiency

In Vinnies’ Wellington Head Office you will find…

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A smiling middle-aged man with gray hair and a beard posing in an office or clinic, with framed certificates on the wall behind him.

mark cassidy,
General Manager

Our captain steering the ship through the choppy waters of business. With a keen eye on the horizon and a steady hand on the rudder, he navigates challenges with expertise. But don't let his sharp business mind fool you, he is a people person at heart.

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Tracy Ward,
Volunteer Manager

She is the secret sauce that makes our volunteer program so delicious! And a mastermind behind the incredible work our volunteers do, transforming a bunch of good intentions into a powerful force for good. A massive round of applause to the person who makes it all happen.

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Esau & Jordan,
Van Drivers

They are our awesome driving team. They’re the strong lifters that will come collect your furniture donations and deliver your large op-shop treasures to you. 

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louise brazao,
Retail & merchandising lead

She's supercalifragilisticexpialidocious at juggling donations, volunteers, and keeping those shelves stocked and sparkling. With a cheerful demeanor and a knack for finding hidden treasures, Louise ensures our op shops are a vibrant hub for the community.

In our Vinnies op shops you’ll find…

A friendly team of volunteers, staff and shop managers….and, of course, plenty of great bargains!

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Angela,
Online Shop Manager

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Sue,
Khandallah Shop Manager

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Imelda,
Newtown Shop Manager,

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Paula,
Brooklyn Shop Manager

Clothing racks with various children's clothes, including hoodies, dresses, and pajamas, in a retail store.

Narges,
Kelburn Shop Manager

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Mario,
Kilbirnie Shop Manager

SHOP LOCATIONS

At Vinnies’ Wellington Conferences you’ll find…

Vinnies gather in communities called Conferences who meet regularly. In Wellington there are five local conferences.

Wellington Area President
Paul Cameron

Northern Conference President
Justin Shaw

Wellington City Conference President
James Ring

Eastern Conference President
Annette Bridgeman

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