Articles tagged with Alastair Bell
New Zealand Polytechnics Appoint Local Leaders to Strengthen Regional Vocational Education
3 weeks ago | 123 viewsVocational Education Minister Penny Simmonds has announced ministerial appointments to the governing councils of New Zealand’s ten re-established polytechnics, restoring local leadership and regional decision-making. These councils, comprising three to four members with staggered terms, aim to strengthen community and industry connections, enabling polytechnics to respond effectively to local needs and deliver practical skills. This shift from centralized control empowers regions to shape vocational education, ensuring accountability and alignment with industry demands for the benefit of learners and employers.
Tags: Penny Simmonds Hugh Lindo David Pearson Alastair Bell Tony Gray Darren Linton John Gallaher Rex Chapman Deryck Shaw Leanne SoutheyKiwiRail Welcomes New Directors as Jager and Wattie Conclude Tenure: Minister Peters Announces Changes
2 months ago | 264 viewsKiwiRail directors Rob Jager and Bruce Wattie will finish their service on 31 October 2025, with two new directors appointed starting 1 November 2025, as announced by Minister for Rail Winston Peters. Jager and Wattie are recognized for their contributions, with Jager's leadership background and Wattie's accomplishments highlighted. New directors Murray Harrington and Alastair Bell bring financial acumen and governance expertise to help KiwiRail improve operations and meet expectations for increased efficiency and profitability.
Tags: Rob Jager Bruce Wattie Winston Peters Sue Tindal Murray Harrington Alastair Bell Shell New Zealand Air New Zealand KiwiRail New ZealandersGovernment Announces Key Appointments in State-Owned Enterprises Portfolio
3 months ago | 288 viewsState-Owned Enterprises Minister Simeon Brown announced appointments and reappointments at Kiwi Group Capital Ltd and NZ Post. David McLean was reappointed as Chair at Kiwi Group, with Scott Pickering appointed as a director. At NZ Post, Alastair Bell and Grant Stapleton were appointed as directors. These appointments aim to ensure strong governance and leadership in State Owned Enterprises to meet future challenges and opportunities.
Tags: Simeon Brown David McLean Scott Pickering Alastair Bell Grant Stapleton Kiwi Group Capital Ltd NZ Post State Owned Enterprises New Zealanders