About us | The Jubilee

Our focus is not just on meeting immediate needs, but on empowering individuals and families to thrive long-term.

Our Mission

The Jubilee is a register Charitable Trust CC61900. Our mission is to restore dignity, connection, and opportunity for every person in our community. We believe that true transformation begins when people feel seen, valued, and supported, and that’s what drives everything we do. From food relief and whānau support, to kaumātua wellbeing, to those facing rough times. Every encounter is an opportunity to restore dignity, rebuild trust and remind someone that they still matter. Kindness costs little, but means everything.

Meet the Chairperson

"Being driven by the kaupapa is a feeling people never understand, until they experience it themselves, and once they do, they never look back". Stephanie Harawira

Stephanie's Bio

With more than 28 years of dedicated service to whānau and communities across Aotearoa, Stephanie Harawira is a nationally recognised community leader known for her vision, dedication and unwavering commitment to empowering others.

Based in Whangārei, she has led food-banks, community development programmes, and large-scale whānau events. She has over two decades in ministry, having pioneered several faith-based movements, equipping countless emerging leaders, and strengthening communities across the nation.

Stephanie’s extensive governance experience spans a wide range of national and regional organisations, with much of her training completed through the Institute of Directors.

She has been nationally honoured as a New Zealander of the Year High Achiever and Unsung Local Hero and has received multiple community awards recognising her outstanding contributions to arts, culture, health, and whānau wellbeing.

A former New Zealand Toastmasters Champion and international representative, she brings exceptional communication skills, wisdom, and a deep passion for inspiring others toward purpose and collective change.

Our Team

Ngakiri Antonovich

Community Development

Ngakiri's Bio

Ngakiri Antonovich is of Tainui (Ngāti Maniapoto, Kawhia moana Waikato) and Aitutaki descent, uniquely shaped by both her Māori and Cook Islands heritage.

Ngakiri carries deep cultural values and a strong commitment to whānau and community. She is married with two adult sons and nine treasured mokopuna.

With professional experience spanning the retail, health, and social services sectors, Ngakiri has held roles such as Hospice Manager, Financial Mentor, and Community Connector.

She is a qualified Fincap Financial Mentor, CAP Trainer, and holds national certifications in social services and frontline management.

Ngakiri is passionate about supporting individuals and communities to thrive, using her skills to bring people together, build capacity, and create positive change across Te Tai Tokerau and beyond.

Adam Antonovich

Hau Ora Development

Adam's Bio

Adam Antonovich is a compassionate, faith-driven leader whose life reflects resilience and transformation.

Of Ngāpuhi and Ngāi Te Rangi (Tauranga) descent, Adam brings deep cultural grounding and a genuine heart for community to his role within The Jubilee.

His background spans a variety of practical and people-focused roles, including youth work, security, maintenance, and supervision, each shaping his empathy and understanding of those in need.

Adam carries a deep compassion for others walking difficult paths and uses his experiences to bring hope and encouragement. He is dedicated to supporting and uplifting whānau and has a heart to see lives restored and communities strengthened across Northland.

Lucy Weicks

Kaumatua Development

Lucy's Bio

Lucy Weicks is a deeply loved and respected kaumātua whose wisdom, strength, and aroha shaped the heart of The Jubilee.

At 85 years old, Lucy continues to lead with humility and purpose, guiding the Kaumātua Development programme and inspiring others to get fit, live healthy and have a sense of belonging.

Her vision is simple yet powerful - to see every kaumātua valued, active, and supported in body, mind, and wairua.