Our team
We are a professional, fun, and family-oriented agency that has been locally owned and operated for nearly 50 years. As part of the Ray White Group, we combine local expertise with international reach, offering personal service across all types of real estate. Based at the top of the South Island, we’re proud supporters of the Marlborough community, investing in the arts, education, and local groups, and we’re grateful for the continued support we receive in return.
Trina Nichols
Licensed Salesperson
Trina values outstanding service, honest communication, and clear results. With 25+ years in banking, she naturally transitioned to real estate in 2017. Married to Gavin for 34 years, they have two children and four grandsons, and extensive experience in buying, selling, and developing properties across Marlborough, Wellington, West Coast, and Wairarapa. With local knowledge and life experience, Trina is ready to open new doors with you.
Gavin Nichols
Licensed Salesperson
Gavin, a former New Zealand Police Detective with 20+ years of service, brings a wealth of life and property experience. Together with Trina, he has renovated homes, coordinated new builds, managed a beef breeding herd, and run a small vineyard. Having bought and sold residential, rural, and commercial properties across the region, Gavin knows what it takes to make a property transaction run smoothly.
Carolyn Orchard
Sales Executive to Trina
With 7 years in real estate, Carolyn loves helping people find their new homes. Whether it’s a first, second, or third property, she focuses on listening, communicating, and understanding each client’s unique situation. Every step of the way, she’s committed to making the journey as seamless and rewarding as possible.
Angela Morrison
Personal Assistant to Trina Nichols
Angela brings exceptional organisation, attention to detail, and time management skills from a long career in logistics with the RNZAF and the NZ Defence Force. Now part of the Ray White Blenheim team, she works behind the scenes to support Trina, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
Ray White admin team
At Ray White Blenheim and Picton, our dedicated administration team goes above and beyond to assist not just our sales team but also you, our valued clients. With a wealth of experience and a passion for providing top-notch support, our team is here to ensure a seamless and efficient real estate experience.
With expertise in administration, accounts, and marketing, our team provides comprehensive support in every step of the process, ensuring a smooth experience when it comes to listing and selling your home. They work collaboratively with our sales team, providing the necessary support to help them excel in their roles.
Rest assured that when you choose Ray White Blenheim and Picton, you'll have a team of dedicated administrative professionals working tirelessly behind the scenes to make your real estate journey a success.
