Since 1992, Built by Community

A Taste of the Huon is predominantly volunteer-run and proudly managed by a passionate community dedicated to celebrating the Huon Valley and D'Entrecasteaux Channel region. As a not-for-profit association, we are guided by a volunteer Committee and supported by our members, along with a small team of professional contractors in specialist roles to ensure the festival's success.

At the heart of the event are our incredible volunteers—local community groups, organisations, and individuals who generously donate their time to bring the festival to life. Together, we're more than a team—we're a community united by our love for this region and our commitment to sharing it with visitors from near and far.

Our committee

President: Karen Wright

Vice-President: Olivia Johnson

Treasurer: Vickie Graetz

Secretary: Jackie Neill

Entertainment: Fiona Wentworth-Shields

Committee: Cass Hawes 

Committee: Esther Fletcher-Jones 

Public Officer: Barry Quinn

Our festival team

Festival Coordinator - Gareth Edie

Festival Site Officer - Sam Calvert 

Association Member & Festival Volunteer: Karen Baldwin

Association Member & Festival Volunteer: Rachael O'Toole

Marketing & Creative: Jorinde Tenten

Festival Photographer: Toby Schrapel Freelance Photography

Festival Videographer: Sheri Mahkota