Rachel Astill

Rachel Astill is a co-founder of a burgeoning bus service in Central Hawke’s Bay, which she established with her husband Todd after the local school bus route was cancelled. Motivated by the desire to continue their son Ollie’s education at Karamū High School, Rachel helped launch a transport service for local students, which has since expanded to include a larger fleet and a variety of transport options. Her efforts reflect a dedication to both entrepreneurship and community support.