Becca (Rebecca) Porter

Student Success Advisor

I grew up on a farm in Hawke’s Bay, surrounded by a close-knit rural community. I hold a degree in Sport, Health, and Human Performance from the University of Waikato, along with a Graduate Diploma in Teaching.

After three years in teaching, I ventured overseas and then worked in Australia, specifically in New South Wales and Western Australia, where I spent time driving tractors during the seeding season on a broadacre farm. 

My passions include many years of competitive showjumping, tramping, and multi-sport activities, all of which keep me active and engaged. Currently, I work with Afoot Ltd, guiding high school students through the Kaweka and Ruahine Ranges as they pursue their Duke of Edinburgh leadership award. 

I’m excited to join GFF and collaborate with my new team in Tairawhiti. I value the importance of rural communities and look forward to building meaningful connections with both students and farmers as I grow in this role.