Maria Fuata is newly appointed to the National Pacific Radio Trust, Manatū Taonga Ministry for Culture and Heritage announced yesterday.

Of Fijian and Rotuman heritage Maria Fuata has strong skills and experience in financial analysis, audit and business management.

Her previous finance roles include a five-year stint as an auditor for PricewaterhouseCoopers in Suva, a senior auditor at Grant Thornton Accounting, Auckland, Pacific Media Network Finance and Administration Manager, and Pacific Business Trust corporate manager.