Our Trustees
Carolyn Radford
Chair
As both a practicing painter and an experienced finance professional, I’m passionate about nurturing Northland’s creative heart. Serving as Chairperson of Creative Northland has been inspiring — working alongside a remarkable team dedicated to building connections, fostering collaboration, and championing Arts, Heritage, and Culture across Te Tai Tokerau.
I believe creativity drives economic growth and community wellbeing, sparking innovation, strengthening identity, and opening doors globally. Northland’s creative sector is rich in talent, vision, and cultural depth, with the potential to gain international recognition.
With over 20 years in finance, I’m committed to creating a sustainable, connected creative community where artists, makers, and cultural projects have the support to thrive and share Northland’s unique voice with the world.
Geoff Bartlett
Trustee
Before moving to Whangārei, Geoff worked in Australia as an actor, journalist, author, and in the non-profit sector. He has featured in TV shows like All Saints, Water Rats, and Home and Away, and his writing has appeared in over 20 publications including The Sydney Morning Herald and The New Zealand Herald. With over 20 years in non-profit management, Geoff focuses on revenue growth and audience development. In addition to his role on the board of Creative Northland, he also works with the Whangarei Film Society and the Octagon Theatre.
Dr. Carol Peters
Trustee (WDC Representative)
Creativity has always been a powerful force in Tai Tokerau, shaping how we see the world and what’s possible. Carol, our WDC-appointed board representative, is inspired by the makers, storytellers, and visionaries whose courage to create drives transformation across our region.
She believes creativity is essential to community wellbeing — helping us connect, heal, and imagine a future that reflects who we are. A strong advocate for the arts and social development, Carol is deeply involved with One Double Five Community House, Tai Tokerau Emergency Housing Trust, Open Arms, Food Rescue Northland, CNorth TV, and Tai Tokerau Climate Change Action.
Through her work, she champions creativity as a catalyst for identity, resilience, and positive change.
Russel Mooyman
Trustee
Creative and forward-thinking professional with 10+ years leading not-for-profit organisations through challenging events.
Regan Moyes
Trustee
Regan Moyes is a writer, creative and founder based in Whangārei. His passion for storytelling began early and took shape in Wellington, where he earned a Bachelor of Applied Arts in Performing Arts and a Diploma in Creative Writing. Immersed in the capital’s theatre scene, he found his voice through theatre, working with a range of companies to bring bold stories to life.
In 2024, Regan returned to his roots in theatre with Mud, his short play developed through Centrepoint Theatre’s Playwriting Intensive and presented in their Sunday Script Sessions. These days, Regan splits his creative energy between playwriting, the businesses he and his partner founded: Bravado Hair Salon, Brawn Barbershop and Brew’d Coffee Bar, and his work supporting the arts in Te Tai Tokerau as a trustee of Creative Northland and committee member for the Creative Communities Scheme. For Regan, creativity isn’t just personal, it’s a way to bring people together, share stories and strengthen community.