Michelle Tiriana-Bishop
Regional Manager - Lakes/Bay of Plenty
Te Arawa, Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairarapa, Ngā Puhi, Ngāti Maniapoto
With over 20 years’ experience in the social housing sector, Michelle is dedicated to supporting individuals and families in need of secure, stable housing.
With 16 years at Housing New Zealand in tenancy-related and community development roles Michelle deeply understands the challenges tāngata face in accessing secure housing. As Regional Manager, she has played a pivotal role in shaping LinkPeople’s housing services across the Taupō, Rotorua, and Tauranga regions.
Michelle believes that strong relationships are the foundation for meaningful change, both within her team and the broader sector. A passionate mentor, she inspires her team to keep people at the centre of everything they do to create safe, supportive, and equitable housing solutions across the region.
