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Scoop
3 hours ago
- Business
- Scoop
Ngāti Porou CEO George Reedy Resigns After Four Years
Te Rūnanganui o Ngāti Porou chief executive George Reedy has resigned after years of leading the organisation. His resignation will take effect on August 1, Te Rūnanganui o Ngāti Porou (Tronp) confirmed. Reedy served as chief executive across four of the group's entities: Tronp, Ngāti Porou Oranga and Toitū Ngāti Porou. Mayor Rehette Stoltz said she had the utmost respect for Reedy and his departure from the role would be a significant loss for the region. Council chief executive Nedine Thatcher-Swann said it had been a privilege to work alongside Reedy, and on behalf of council staff she wished him 'all the very best in whatever comes next'. 'It is not often you cross paths with someone whose leadership blends mana, humility and sharp strategic thinking, and that's the kind of leader George Reedy is.' Reedy was instrumental in forging a strong relationship between the Rūnanganui and council, she said. His leadership was evident through joint efforts in regional economic development planning and civil defence emergency management, 'spaces where trust and collaboration matter most', Thatcher Swann said. Reedy's vision and drive led to the creation of over 150 new jobs and a significant increase in their contracted income, Ngati Porou Tiamana (chairman) Patrick Tangaere said in a statement. 'It is with both gratitude and regret that I announce the resignation.' Under Reedy's leadership, the iwi navigated 'some of the most challenging and turbulent periods', including the Covid-19 pandemic and cyclones Hale and Gabrielle, he said. 'George played a pivotal role in the establishment of Ngāti Porou Oranga and the expansion of health, housing and social services for our whānau and communities of Te Tairāwhiti.' Tangaere also acknowledged Reedy's role in strengthening Ngāti Porou's strategic relationships with local and national iwi, across Government and with other key stakeholders. Reedy left Napier to come home and take up the position, he said. 'It was a powerful expression of his service to his iwi, reaffirming his dedication to the people and whenua of Te Tairāwhiti,' Tangaere said. The statement did not give a reason for Reedy's resignation. Reedy has been approached for comment. East Coast National MP Dana Kirkpatrick said it had been a privilege to work alongside Reedy, having known him for a few years. They had been delighted with the work he had overseen at the Puhi Kai Iti Community Health Centre, and recently with creating its urgent and after-hours care, which was significant for the people of Ngāti Porou and the region, she said. 'He has served the community well, and it has been an honour to work with him.'
NZ Herald
3 hours ago
- Politics
- NZ Herald
Ngāti Porou rūnanganui boss George Reedy resigns after four years
'It is not often you cross paths with someone whose leadership blends mana, humility and sharp strategic thinking, and that's the kind of leader George Reedy is.' Reedy was instrumental in forging a strong relationship between the Rūnanganui and council, she said. His leadership was evident through joint efforts in regional economic development planning and civil defence emergency management, 'spaces where trust and collaboration matter most', Thatcher Swann said. Reedy's vision and drive led to the creation of over 150 new jobs and a significant increase in their contracted income, Ngati Porou Tiamana (chairman) Patrick Tangaere said in a statement. 'It is with both gratitude and regret that I announce the resignation.' Under Reedy's leadership, the iwi navigated 'some of the most challenging and turbulent periods', including the Covid-19 pandemic and cyclones Hale and Gabrielle, he said. 'George played a pivotal role in the establishment of Ngāti Porou Oranga and the expansion of health, housing and social services for our whānau and communities of Te Tairāwhiti.' Tangaere also acknowledged Reedy's role in strengthening Ngāti Porou's strategic relationships with local and national iwi, across Government and with other key stakeholders. Reedy left Napier to come home and take up the position, he said. 'It was a powerful expression of his service to his iwi, reaffirming his dedication to the people and whenua of Te Tairāwhiti,' Tangaere said. The statement did not give a reason for Reedy's resignation. Reedy has been approached for comment. East Coast National MP Dana Kirkpatrick said it had been a privilege to work alongside Reedy, having known him for a few years. They had been delighted with the work he had overseen at the Puhi Kai Iti Community Health Centre, and recently with creating its urgent and after-hours care, which was significant for the people of Ngāti Porou and the region, she said. 'He has served the community well, and it has been an honour to work with him.'
Toronto Sun
19 hours ago
- Sport
- Toronto Sun
Zverev, Gauff named National Bank Open top seeds after high-profile dropouts
It's 'still a great player field and we have great Canadians to mitigate' Published Jul 23, 2025 • 3 minute read Alexander Zverev of Germany returns in his first-round men's singles match at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London, Monday, June 30, 2025. (AP Photo/Alastair Grant) Tournament director Karl Hale is excited to watch the talent on display at this year's National Bank Open, even though some big names will be missing in action. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. 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Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Tennis Canada announced Germany's Alexander Zverev and American Coco Gauff as the top seeds of the men's and women's events in Toronto and Montreal on Tuesday, but neither player is the current world No. 1. Zverev, ranked No. 3, is moving up after top men Jannik Sinner and Carlos Alcaraz withdrew from the tournament to recover after Wimbledon. Sixth-ranked Novak Djokovic — a 24-time Grand Slam champion — and No. 5 Jack Draper won't hit the court in Toronto either. Hale, who manages the Toronto event, believes that opens the door for Canadians to succeed. 'I've been the tournament director for 20 years, and the best tournament we ever had was 2019, Bianca (Andreescu) winning,' said Hale, who added that ticket sales are trending well. 'It opens up that opportunity for our Canadians, which we're really excited about it.' Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Montreal's Felix Auger-Aliassime is the 24th seed, one spot ahead of Denis Shapovalov of Richmond Hill, Ont., who's coming off a tournament win in Los Cabos, Mexico. Meanwhile, up-and-coming Montrealer Gabriel Diallo slots in at 30th. 'It's unfortunate what happened with some withdrawals,' Hale said. 'But we're in really good shape, still a great player field and we have great Canadians to mitigate.' The women's event in Montreal wasn't hit as hard, but No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka won't be there due to fatigue. The ATP and WTA events are mandatory 1000-level tournaments, one notch below the Grand Slams. 'There's some disappointment there because we have a 1000 event, which is supposed to come with that guarantee of being able to offer the best players in the world,' said Montreal tournament director Valerie Tetreault. 'We were quite unlucky, especially in Toronto. In Montreal, for sure we would have preferred to have Aryna, and I think she's a very popular player, but I think there's still a lot of big stars. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'In Toronto, for sure that hurts a little bit more.' But in the years ahead, Tetreault believes the dropouts won't be a major problem. This year's NBO, with an expanded main draw of 96 athletes instead of 56, runs from Saturday through Aug. 7, beginning only two weeks after Sinner defeated Alcaraz in the men's Wimbledon final on July 13. Next year, there will be a three-week period between the two tournaments, and Tetreault expects that will make a difference in player participation. 'This year what's challenging is the fact that it's what we call the short summer calendar on the tours,' she said. 'Next year and for the years to come, we'll go back to three weeks, which I think is going to help give more time after usually a stretch that is pretty demanding with back-to-back French Open and Wimbledon in a very short period of time.' This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Many of the world's best also withdrew from last year's NBO tournaments because the timing coincided with the Summer Olympics in Paris, but Tetreault said the Montreal and Toronto events have otherwise consistently welcomed top players in the leadup to the US Open in late August. 'You look at the last 10 years or so of our tournament and sure, besides last year with the Olympics … top player participation has been great,' she said. 'For players who are trying to make sure they can peak at the US Open, you want to make sure that you have two full tournaments on the hard courts. 'If you only plan for one and you lose early, well then you don't have the right preparation.' Hale reiterated that he doesn't expect the dropouts to persist. 'I've spoken to the players and the agents involved that the expectation is that this does not happen again,' he said. 'I made a very strong case that our fans deserve the best. We understand from time to time there's injuries and tough schedule, etc., but this will not be tolerated and the future we feel will be in good hands.' Canada Sunshine Girls Olympics Columnists Sunshine Girls
USA Today
a day ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Packers sign rookie kicker and Ireland native Mark McNamee as IPP player
Mark McNamee joins the IPP Class of '25 from the @officialgaa! 🇮🇪 The Green Bay Packers have a new kicker and International Player Pathway Program player. The team announced the signing of rookie kicker Mark McNamee, a native of Ireland who will replace Alex Hale -- who was released on Monday -- as the backup kicker and international player on the 91-player offseason roster on Tuesday. The Packers start training camp on Wednesday and needed a backup kicker behind veteran Brandon McManus. McNamee (6-4, 208) was previously a goalkeeper in Gaelic football in Dublin, Ireland. He got a chance to work at the NFL Scouting Combine as part of the International Player Pathway Program and made 13 of 14 field goal attempts. McNamee was most recently a member of the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League. Despite making both of his field goal attempts during the preseason, McNamee was released by the Lions on June 1. McNamee is replacing Hale, an Australian native who was placed on the non-football injury (NFI) list to start training camp after suffering an eye injury. It's possible the Packers are giving McNamee a chance to showcase his talent while Hale recovers and will then make a decision between the two once Hale is healthy again. McNamee joins punter Daniel Whelan as the second Irish player on the Packers roster. The Packers also announced the signing of rookie wide receiver Will Sheppard, an undrafted free agent out of Colorado. The move was first reported on Monday.
USA Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Packers release international K Alex Hale after suffering eye injury
The Green Bay Packers opened up an international roster spot when the team released kicker Alex Hale on Monday. Hale, the team's International Player Pathway player, opened training camp on the non-football injury (NFI) list. And now we know why. According to Tom Silverstein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Hale suffered an eye injury while working out before training camp and needs to miss multiple weeks. However, the Packers need a backup kicker to ease the training camp burden on veteran Brandon McManus, so an addition at kicker is expected. The Packers originally signed Hale, a native of Australia, on Aug. 7 of last year. He was released at the end of training camp but returned on the practice squad as the International Player Pathway designation. Hale spent six seasons at Oklahoma State (2018-23) and was a second-team All-Big 12 pick and Lou Groza Award semifinalist after making 27 of 34 field goals in 2023, his final collegiate season. As the Packers' IPP player, Hale counted as the team's 91st player on the offseason roster. Silverstein believes it's possible Hale could eventually return pending the performance of the kicker signed to back up McManus to start training camp. If re-signed, Hale could once again be the 17th player on the Packers' practice squad as an IPP designation. Hale was the Packers' second IPP player, following defensive end Kenneth Odumegwu.
