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Nominations are open for Soil & Health’s National Council

The Soil & Health Association of New Zealand is calling for nominations to the National Council, its governing body, and for any remits from members. For a thriving organisation we need keen and energetic people to be part of the team steering our Association.

National Council members lead projects including advocacy, events, publishing, research, outreach and participation. Find out more about the National Council role here.

The National Council usually consists of seven members, each elected for a two-year term. The current members are Charles Hyland (chair), David McNeill (treasurer), Rebecka Keeling, Leane Makey and Richard Wallis. Rebecka Keeling’s two-year term is up for renewal at the AGM. Leane Makey has indicated she will step down at the AGM. The other three councillors are halfway through their two-year terms.

  • Nominations and any remits from members must be received in writing to manager@organicnz.org.nz by 18 AUGUST 2025 – NOTE this new date – the call for nominations and remits has been extended, as the AGM will now be held on 27 September.
  • Nominations must be accompanied by a photo of the nominee, a short biography and your aspirations for Soil & Health (150 words maximum).
  • Nominations must include the names, email addresses and phone numbers of the nominator and seconder, who must be members of Soil & Health.
  • Nominee details will be published on the website and emailed to members.

Soil & Health’s 2025 AGM: 27 September

The AGM will be held online on Saturday 27 September 2025, 10am, via Zoom. NOTE the AGM date has been updated (was August). Further information will be issued, including the agenda, reports, voting and registration details.

If you have any questions please email manager@organicnz.org.nz