Articles tagged with Chair
Maritime NZ Announces New Chair Kevin Short and Deputy Chair Charles Finny
6 days ago | 124 viewsAssociate Transport Minister James Meager announced new appointments to Maritime New Zealand's board, with Kevin Short becoming Chair and Charles Finny appointed Deputy Chair starting 1 July 2026. New members Charles Finny and Belinda Clark bring extensive governance, regulatory, and maritime experience to the board. Dame Jo Brosnahan, who has served as Chair since 2018, will conclude her term on 30 June 2026 and was acknowledged for her dedicated service during a challenging period.
Tags: James Meager Kevin Short Charles Finny Belinda Clark Dame Jo Brosnahan Maritime New Zealand Associate Transport Minister Chair Deputy Chair Board appointmentsRaveen Jaduram Appointed Chair of Fire and Emergency New Zealand Board
1 week ago | 154 viewsInternal Affairs Minister Brooke van Velden has appointed Mr. Raveen Jaduram as the new Chair of the Fire and Emergency New Zealand Board, succeeding Rebecca Keoghan MNZM. Mr. Jaduram brings extensive experience in infrastructure governance, financial oversight, and strategic leadership, which will support the Board's accountability and investment management in emergency services. Keoghan was thanked for her leadership during the organisation's post-amalgamation phase, where she strengthened structure and advanced workplace culture and integrity.
Tags: Brooke van Velden Raveen Jaduram Rebecca Keoghan Fire and Emergency New Zealand New Zealand Infrastructure Commission Water Services Authority Auckland Transport Internal Affairs Minister Crown entity Chair public utility chief executiveHeather Simpson Appointed Deputy Chair of Antarctica New Zealand Board
2 months ago | 378 viewsForeign Minister Winston Peters has appointed Heather Simpson as Deputy Chair of Antarctica New Zealand, recognizing her extensive governance experience and strategic understanding of Antarctica's importance to New Zealand. Ms. Simpson, a board member since 2024, has contributed to supporting research, environmental stewardship, and oversight of the Scott Base Redevelopment Project. Her new role will involve assisting the Chair and Board in navigating a strategically and operationally challenging period, effective from April 1, 2026.
Tags: Winston Peters Heather Simpson Antarctica New Zealand Deputy Chair Scott Base Redevelopment Foreign Minister Board Member Governance Environmental Stewardship New ZealandAndrew Barclay Appointed as TVNZ Board Chair by Minister Paul Goldsmith
8 months ago | 739 viewsAndrew Barclay has been appointed as the new TVNZ Board Chair by Minister for Media and Communications Paul Goldsmith, with a professional career in global investment banking. His skills will provide strong oversight of financial performance and strategic decision-making for TVNZ. Barclay will join the TVNZ Board on November 3, succeeding Alastair Carruthers, who has chaired the Board since 2023.
Tags: Andrew Barclay TVNZ Board Chair Minister for Media and Communications Paul Goldsmith global investment banking finance financial performance public broadcaster TVNZ Board Alastair CarruthersWhanganui Hospital Dental Unit Gets Modern Upgrade for Better Patient Care
8 months ago | 890 viewsWhanganui Hospital's dental unit has been modernized and upgraded to provide a brighter, more accessible space for patients, with improvements including an enlarged waiting room and dedicated areas for IV sedation. The refurbishment aimed to enhance patient flow, safety, and accessibility, with improved wheelchair access and a new recovery space for sedation patients. The upgraded unit now features modernized dental rooms with new equipment to enable efficient and safe care delivery, reflecting the government's commitment to providing fit-for-purpose health facilities that meet community needs.
Tags: Simeon Brown Health Minister patients dental unit refurbishment oral healthcare IV sedation wheelchair users modernised careFinance Minister Thanks Departing Reserve Bank Chair for Service
9 months ago | 706 viewsFinance Minister Nicola Willis thanked departing Reserve Bank Chair Neil Quigley for his long service, acknowledging his contributions over 15 years as a board member and nine as Chair. Quigley resigned immediately, citing the completion of key tasks and the timing being right for a transition to a new Chair. Deputy Chair Rodger Finlay will temporarily assume the Chair's duties until a permanent appointment is made, and the vacancy on the board left by Quigley will be filled in the future.
Tags: Finance Minister Nicola Willis Reserve Bank Chair Neil Quigley board member Chair resignation funding agreement capital settings new Governor