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
027 494 7531
Chairperson
Ross Jonston
021 667 103
Deputy Chairperson, On-Water Volunteers Coordinator + Maintenance/Equipment
Dave West
021 810 555
Treasurer
Pip Telford
021 667 196
Secretary
Derek Edwards
021 463 464
Opua Cruising Club Representative
Terry Dunn
021 152 7584
Opua Cruising Club Representative
Bev Dickey
027 570 1626
General
Carl Webster
021 216 2598
General
Sally Bates
021 247 6252
General
Robbs Heilkema
021 858 897
General
Evita Zarina
027 223 4541
Event Administrator, Sponsorship + On Shore Volunteers
Jacob Fewtrell - Insight Media
028 414 9800
Media, Marketing + Communications
Get involved & join our committee
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.
