20 April 2016
Greg Mccracken New Shareholders’ Councillor for Southern Northland
Today, following the close of voting in the Shareholders’ Council by-election in Southern Northland, Greg McCracken was
announced as the successful candidate.
Mr McCracken, who has been farming in the Northland region for more than 30 years and currently farms at Wellsford, will
take up his new role effective immediately.
Shareholders’ Council Chairman, Duncan Coull, welcomed Mr McCracken to the Council and congratulated him on his
election.
“Succession is important for our Council and I look forward to working with Greg. I trust he will represent his
Shareholders and the Council with diligence and integrity.
“I also acknowledge our departing Councillor Tracey Bryan whose efforts on behalf of Farmers during her time on the
Council speak volumes about her commitment to them and the role.
“The Council wishes Tracey well for all her future endeavours.”
ENDS