Your Avail Pacific Team

Functional. Sustainable. Creative.

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We create buildings and spaces designed to connect people with their past and present and last into the future. We care about the environment, taking a low-impact, sustainable approach to design and materials.

We’re a hands-on team that works with integrity, passion and open communication.

"We don't paint over the lichen"

- Justine

Meet the Avail Pacific Team

Director/Founder

Pip Bolton

Pip has been working in Northland Engineering and Architectural consultancies for over 20 years. Her innovative thinking and broad experience and unique solutions are invaluable on every project. Qualifications: NZCE (Civil Engineering), Registered Architectural Designer (ADNZ).

Managing Director

Justine Lapper

Justine is a project and change manager with many years’ experience in government, retail, education, health and construction industries. She’s a PrINCE2 (Projects IN Controlled Environments) practitioner and an accredited Change Manager.

Project Manager

Kate Dyer

Kate brings a wealth of knowledge in corporate facilities management and the education, commercial and retail sectors. She enjoys the early planning stages, conducting site condition assessments and assisting with 10YPP drafting. Kate’s work builds opportunities for Northland students and their future.

Project Manager

Taka Stokes

Working for the last 5 years in council has been a huge period of growth for Taka. He completed the Diploma in Building Surveying and gained experience in RES 2 and RES 3 processing, COM 2 inspections and a deep knowledge of policy, process and compliance. Taka supports the team throughout the project management process and loves seeing the positive outcomes in his community.

Project Manager

Greg Machin

Greg has been in the building industry for over 30 years and has extensive experience in all areas of the building industry including project delivery of medium to large construction projects. Greg brings a wide range of specialised construction knowledge, from practical to detailed building code and delivery requirements. Greg is looking forward to meeting you and ensuring seamless project delivery.

Project Administrator

Vicky Hart

Vicky brings with her experience from a range of industries: travel, hospitality, and parliamentary services, plus a BSc in Psychology and Biology. As a parent, she enjoys supporting the team to build innovative and educational facilities for our children and communities. Vicky lives by the values: learn, support, enable.

Project Administrator

Susan Flanagan

Susan returns to an office environment after spending 7 years starting a family and caring for her elderly parent. Her unashamed love of spelling and maths, makes her ideal for her role in administration. Susan's office experience encompasses a variety of settings including engineering and interior design. A passion for providing excellent customer service and an eye for detail, make Susan a valuable member of the Avail Pacific team.

Project Administrator

Lucy Dodds

Lucy has recently returned to Kerikeri and is delighted to be back in her hometown. She has worked across variety of sectors, in New Zealand and internationally, ranging from corporate and not-for-profit organisations to higher education. Lucy is a key part of the delivery team, utilising her administration and organisational skills.

Project Administrator

Mareva Bunton

Mareva has previously worked in a customer service industry as well as part of an administration team for a local council. She brings strong organisational and team management skills, along with communication skills. Mareva is part of the project delivery team, and will support our project managers ensuring all projects are delivered in timely manner.

Administrator

Trish Miles

Trish’s background is across the hospitality and health and fitness industries. Her practical experience in many roles brings a fresh perspective and wealth of knowledge to the team. Trish has both BA and BCom degrees, is a qualified chef, personal trainer and pilates instructor.