West Coast Tai Poutini conservation appointments announced
Date: 29 August 2008
Source: Office of the Minister of Conservation
Conservation Minister Steve Chadwick today announced this year's appointments to the West Coast Tai Poutini Conservation Board.
"I am pleased to appoint Kim Thomas to the board and to reappoint Hamish Macbeth and Richard Nichol," Steve Chadwick said.
"The new makeup of the board represents a wide range of local communities in the West Coast Tai Poutini region and will give sound advice to the Department of Conservation (DOC) on its policy and directions. Conservation boards play a vital role in giving independent advice on local issues and are a way for local communities to be a part of conservation decisions."
Conservation boards provide links between the community and DOC, and represent the public interest in the department's work and conservation in general.
Kim Thomas is a Senior Environmental Officer for Solid Energy. She is a caver, tramper, climber and diver, with knowledge of public processes and technical expertise.
"I am sure that Kim will add valuable experience and skills to this highly competent and committed board, and I thank her for her willingness to take up this important conservation role."
Ms Chadwick thanked retiring board members Diane Hooper and Trish Casey for their efforts and commitment during their time on the board.