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Committee Members

The Committee that truly brings this event to life year after year.

This volunteer committee is made up of experienced sailors, marine industry professionals, and passionate community members who contribute countless hours year-round to ensure the smooth running and continued growth of the event. Their roles are diverse and essential, covering everything from event planning and logistics to safety, sponsorship, race management, and community engagement.

Andrew Kearney

Andrew Kearney

027 352 8295

Chairperson

Ross Jonston

Ross Jonston

021 667 103

Deputy Chairperson, On-Water Volunteers Coordinator + Maintenance/Equipment

Dave West

Dave West

021 810 555

Treasurer

Pip Telford

Pip Telford

021 667 196

Secretary

Robbs Heilkema

Robbs Heilkema

021 858 897

General

Bev Dickey

Bev Dickey

027 570 1626

General

Kerry (Kez) Ellis

Kerry (Kez) Ellis

021353594

Community Engagement Manager

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 Jacob Fewtrell - Insight‬ ‭Media‬

Jacob Fewtrell - Insight‬ ‭Media‬

028 414 9800‬

Media, Marketing + Communications‬

Want to view our AGM Minutes?

Interested in how we keep BOISW running smoothly? Have a read of our rivieting AGM minutes by clicking the link below!

‭ Yachting New Zealand Affiliation‬

We are proud to be affiliated with Yachting New Zealand, the national body for the sport of‬ sailing in Aotearoa. Their support helps us promote and grow sailing at all levels, and we’re‬ stoked to have them backing Bay of Islands Sailing Week.‬