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New Bay of Plenty Regional Council boss announced

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11 May, 2018 01:35 AM2 mins to read

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Bay Of Plenty Regional Council's new chief executive Fiona McTavish. Photo / Supplied
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Bay Of Plenty Regional Council's new chief executive Fiona McTavish. Photo / Supplied

Fiona McTavish has been named as the new chief executive of Bay of Plenty Regional Council.

The appointment of McTavish, who is currently general manager strategy and science at the regional council, will replace Mary-Anne Macleod who indicated earlier this year she would not reapply for the position after seven years in the role.

Macleod's final day with the regional council will be June 29. McTavish will begin the following day.

McTavish said she was looking forward to leading the organisation.

"There are exciting times ahead as we work towards tackling issues such as transport and urban growth."

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McTavish said climate change was also an important issue she wanted to address.

Chairman Doug Leeder said it was a pleasure to see the successful appointment coming from within the organisation.

"Fiona will bring to the role key strengths in policy and planning, strategic leadership and experience, not only in the regional sector, but also from previous executive positions held in both the education and health sectors," Leeder said.

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"I would also like to acknowledge the contribution that Mary-Anne Macleod has made to the council and the organisation over the past 11 years, seven of those as the chief executive.

"Mary-Anne has developed and implemented major policy and science advances, complex financing and accountability structures, and made a significant contribution to local government at a national level. She has also led the organisation through several major crises, including the Rena grounding and the Edgecumbe floods.

"We wish her well in her future endeavours, in whatever role or function she wishes to pursue," Leeder said.

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