After 32 years living in Aotearoa, Andrea Cameron is returning to Canada to be closer to her whānau. Andrea has been ACE Director at Rutherford College for 19 years and has worked tirelessly in all aspects of adult education both regionally and nationally.

Andrea says that while the decision to move home wasn’t easy, she is looking forward to spending more time with her parents. In Canada, Andrea will be living in a village called Naramata, which is nestled on Okanagan Lake, just below the famous KVR Trail.

In West Auckland, where there are strong community networks and links, Andrea has been at the core of planning and activity. She has connected people, ideas, programmes and needs seamlessly. Her work ethic has been remarkable, her commitment genuine and her energy tireless.

Andrea was the national schools’ association (CLASS) secretary for more than10 years. Her contribution at a national level through administrative support has been huge and was nationally recognised through the Charlie Herbert Award.

Andrea was a recipient of the ACE Aotearoa Member of the Year Award Tangata Tiriti in 2021. She will be greatly missed throughout the sector for her service and kindness.