Vicky Hau has been appointed as the new manager of the Māngere Town Centre in Auckland, New Zealand. The announcement was made via Māngere’s official Facebook page, which expressed excitement over Hau’s appointment. The post highlighted Hau’s pride in her Tongan heritage and her deep roots in New Zealand, where she was born and raised.
“Here’s some exciting news: Vicky Hau is now the Māngere Town Centre manager”, the post read.
Hau previously served on the Māngere Housing Community Reference Group, advocating for locals with Kāinga Ora. In a Radio New Zealand interview, Hau expressed concern over the impact of high-density housing on families, emphasizing the need for affordable and suitable homes.
Māngere, known for its rich Māori heritage and significant landmarks like Māngere Mountain (Te Pane-o-Mataaho), is a diverse suburb with a population comprising 68.1% Pacific peoples, 16.1% Māori, 17.5% Asian, and 11.6% European/Pākehā.
Hau’s appointment is seen as a positive development for the community, as she brings a personal understanding of local issues and a commitment to addressing them.
