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Doug Leeder steps down as NZ’s Bay of Plenty chair after 12 years, citing reforms and highlighting key projects and governance changes.
Doug Leeder, who chaired New Zealand’s Bay of Plenty Regional Council for 12 years, has stepped down, citing inevitable local government reforms including potential unitary councils and changes to the Resource Management Act.
He emphasized that core duties like monitoring land, water, and air quality must continue amid structural shifts.
Leeder highlighted key projects such as a $15 million university campus contribution, a $5 million marine precinct investment, and environmental improvements to the Kaituna River and Maketū Estuary.
He also noted Quayside Holdings’ strategic reduction of its Port of Tauranga stake from 54% to 28% to diversify risk and ensure long-term benefits.
Leeder praised the council’s culture, said the next chair should be chosen on merit, and expressed pride in his legacy ahead of retirement.
Doug Leeder deja el cargo de presidente de Bay of Plenty de Nueva Zelanda después de 12 años, citando reformas y destacando proyectos clave y cambios en la gobernanza.