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Senior appointments

Chris Penk
Defence

Chris Penk to become New Zealand’s 44th Minister of Defence

April 2, 2026

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has announced a refreshed ministerial lineup, which includes the elevation of Chris Penk to Cabinet, replacing the outgoing Judith Collins as New Zealand’s Minister of Defence. “Having successfully delivered significant reforms […]

Linda McConnell
Access / Perimeters

Gallagher Security appoints Linda McConnell to head global Product Marketing Team

January 8, 2025

Gallagher Security has announced the appointment of Linda McConnell as its Head of Product Marketing. Having stepped into the role in December 2024, McConnell is based in the company’s Hamilton headquarters. According to the announcement, […]

Mike Cunningham
Electronic Security

Optic Security Group looks to the future with Managing Director appointment

December 13, 2024

Optic Security Group appoints financial services professional and board member Mike Cunningham to Managing Director role. Optic Security Group has announced the appointment of Mike Cunningham to the role of Managing Director. According to the […]

Kevin Short
Air

Kevin Short appointed by Lockheed Martin as New Zealand country lead

October 17, 2024

Kevin Short to succeed Graham Lintott as Managing Director of Strategy and Business Development for Lockheed Martin’s New Zealand operation. Lockheed Martin has appointed retired Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) officer, Air Marshal (Ret.) […]

Brook Barrington
Defence

New Secretary appointed for New Zealand’s Ministry of Defence

June 5, 2024

Former Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade Secretary Brook Barrington has been appointed Secretary of Defence to replace the outgoing Andrew Bridgman on 01 July. Acting Public Service Commissioner Heather Baggott has today announced the […]

Willie Apiata
Defence

Victoria Cross recipient Willie Apiata appointed Special Representative to NZDF

May 23, 2024

New Zealand Victoria Cross recipient Willie Apiata was yesterday appointed a Special Representative to the New Zealand Defence Force and promoted to Honorary Warrant Officer Class One. The appointment and promotion ceremony was conducted in […]

Wiremu Moffitt
Defence

New Zealand Defence Force’s incoming top soldier announced

May 22, 2024

Chief of Defence Force designate Air Vice-Marshal Tony Davies has selected Warrant Officer Class 1 Wiremu Moffitt DSD as Warrant Officer of the Defence Force. Warrant Officer Class 1 (WO1) Moffitt (Ngā Rauru, Ngati Ruanui) […]

AVM Tony Davies
Defence

New Zealand has a new Chief of Defence Force

May 14, 2024

Air Vice-Marshal Tony Davies MNZM is the new Chief of Defence Force, Defence Minister Judith Collins has announced today. Air Vice-Marshal Davies has been appointed for three years from 6 June, when he will also […]

The Whiskey Project
Defence

Former Navy Chief joins Whiskey Project Group as adviser

February 5, 2022

Trans-Tasman tactical watercraft manufacturer The Whiskey Project Group (TWPG) has announced the appointment of former Chief of Navy, Rear Admiral John Martin ONZM (retired) as the company’s Strategic Adviser.  TWPG’s New Zealand-based capabilities are centred […]

David Clarke
Features

Hills appoints David Clarke as new Chief Executive Officer

May 19, 2021

Hills has announced the appointment of David Clarke as Chief Executive Officer with immediate effect. Mr Clarke brings significant experience as a chief executive officer and chief financial officer of ASX-listed companies, with extensive knowledge […]

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