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Des Ashton was born in Australia. He moved to NZ as a child and has also lived in Aitutaki Cook Islands, Fiji, Samoa, UK, Singapore, and USA. He is a citizen of NZ and Australia. 

Des holds a Bachelor of Engineering from Canterbury University, is a Chartered Engineer, a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society, and Member of the Institute of Directors.

He joined the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) as a university cadet in 1969. He trained in aeronautical engineering and management at the Royal Air Force College, Cranwell, UK in 1973 and graduated as an RNZAF pilot at Ohakea in 1977.

Des retired from the RNZAF in 1993 after postings throughout NZ and overseas, including with the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) and in the NZ Embassy Washington DC.

From1993 to 2008 his employment included but was not limited to:

• General Manager of Safe Air Limited (now Airbus NZ) while the company grew to 350 staff – exporting aviation and engineering services to 20 countries.
• General Manager (Aircraft Heavy Maintenance) in Ansett Australia and Air New Zealand based – including export work to many countries. 1600 staff 100+ aircraft
• Owner of consultancy, Ashton Technologies, specialising in aviation, technology, and defence for overseas and NZ customers.
• Board directorships including Port Marlborough, Marlborough Electricity, Cuddon Engineering, Potatopak, Flightcell International, and others.
• Chief Executive Officer of Port Marlborough and Marlborough Airport.

From October 2008 to 2016, he was Deputy Secretary of Defence (Acquisition) in the Ministry of Defence (MOD). Working with the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) and industry, his team was responsible for providing 3.5 billion dollars of major capital capabilities for the NZDF including ships, aircraft, helicopters, weapons, military vehicles etc and upgrades to those capabilities.

In 2016, Des retired from MOD and re-activated Ashton Technologies whose customers have included aviation and defence technology companies –  L3Harris, Leonardo, General Atomics (through NZ Company Hawke Eye), SAFRAN, Lufthansa Technik, Hensoldt, Supacat, and others.

He was a council member of Nelson-Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) and remains a director NZ Aeronautical Trusts Limited.

His honorary appointments have included Chairman of the Defence Industry Committee of New Zealand, Vice Chairman of the Aircraft Industry Association Engineering Division, and roles with the Royal Aeronautical Society including President of the NZ Division. He is also a pro-bono mentor for small businesses.

Des was awarded the United States Meritorious Service Medal in 1992 and he was made an Officer of the NZ Order of Merit (ONZM) for services to defence and aviation in 2017.

Des is an ageing squash player and enjoys gardening native plants, conchology, travel, drinking wine and occasional jogging to (partly) compensate for the latter.

Des Ashton was born in Australia. He moved to NZ as a child and has also lived in Aitutaki Cook Islands, Fiji, Samoa, UK, Singapore, and USA. He is a citizen of NZ and Australia. 

Des holds a Bachelor of Engineering from Canterbury University, is a Chartered Engineer, a Fellow of the Royal Aeronautical Society, and Member of the Institute of Directors.

He joined the Royal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF) as a university cadet in 1969. He trained in aeronautical engineering and management at the Royal Air Force College, Cranwell, UK in 1973 and graduated as an RNZAF pilot at Ohakea in 1977.

Des retired from the RNZAF in 1993 after postings throughout NZ and overseas, including with the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF) and in the NZ Embassy Washington DC.

From1993 to 2008 his employment included but was not limited to:

• General Manager of Safe Air Limited (now Airbus NZ) while the company grew to 350 staff – exporting aviation and engineering services to 20 countries.
• General Manager (Aircraft Heavy Maintenance) in Ansett Australia and Air New Zealand based – including export work to many countries. 1600 staff 100+ aircraft
• Owner of consultancy, Ashton Technologies, specialising in aviation, technology, and defence for overseas and NZ customers.
• Board directorships including Port Marlborough, Marlborough Electricity, Cuddon Engineering, Potatopak, Flightcell International, and others.
• Chief Executive Officer of Port Marlborough and Marlborough Airport.

From October 2008 to 2016, he was Deputy Secretary of Defence (Acquisition) in the Ministry of Defence (MOD). Working with the New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) and industry, his team was responsible for providing 3.5 billion dollars of major capital capabilities for the NZDF including ships, aircraft, helicopters, weapons, military vehicles etc and upgrades to those capabilities.

In 2016, Des retired from MOD and re-activated Ashton Technologies whose customers have included aviation and defence technology companies –  L3Harris, Leonardo, General Atomics (through NZ Company Hawke Eye), SAFRAN, Lufthansa Technik, Hensoldt, Supacat, and others.

He was a council member of Nelson-Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT) and remains a director NZ Aeronautical Trusts Limited.

His honorary appointments have included Chairman of the Defence Industry Committee of New Zealand, Vice Chairman of the Aircraft Industry Association Engineering Division, and roles with the Royal Aeronautical Society including President of the NZ Division. He is also a pro-bono mentor for small businesses.

Des was awarded the United States Meritorious Service Medal in 1992 and he was made an Officer of the NZ Order of Merit (ONZM) for services to defence and aviation in 2017.

Des is an ageing squash player and enjoys gardening native plants, conchology, travel, drinking wine and occasional jogging to (partly) compensate for the latter.

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 

Alex is a chartered accountant with a law and commerce degree from Auckland University. Alex's previous experience includes over 15 years working in accounting and finance in the UK, Australia and New Zealand including several years with Air New Zealand before returning to the rural community. 

In 2017 Alex was appointed a director on the boards of MDC Holdings Ltd and Marlborough Airport Ltd. She has also held the position of the New Zealand director on the board of the Australasian Investor Relations Association, improving the relationship between publicly listed entities and the investment community. 

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS & GOVERNANCE ROLES 

Member of Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand 

Director of Marlborough District Council Holdings Ltd 

Director of Seaview Capital Ltd 

Director of Marlborough Lines Ltd 

Director of Marlborough Airport Ltd 

EDUCATION 

Bachelor of Commerce, University of Auckland 

Bachelor of Laws, University of Auckland 

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 

Alex is a chartered accountant with a law and commerce degree from Auckland University. Alex's previous experience includes over 15 years working in accounting and finance in the UK, Australia and New Zealand including several years with Air New Zealand before returning to the rural community. 

In 2017 Alex was appointed a director on the boards of MDC Holdings Ltd and Marlborough Airport Ltd. She has also held the position of the New Zealand director on the board of the Australasian Investor Relations Association, improving the relationship between publicly listed entities and the investment community. 

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS & GOVERNANCE ROLES 

Member of Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand 

Director of Marlborough District Council Holdings Ltd 

Director of Seaview Capital Ltd 

Director of Marlborough Lines Ltd 

Director of Marlborough Airport Ltd 

EDUCATION 

Bachelor of Commerce, University of Auckland 

Bachelor of Laws, University of Auckland 

Repost recycle the viticulture industries broken CCA wooden treated vineyard posts and re-purpose them into farm fence posts.

To learn more about us go to our website www.repost.co.nz 

or watch our vimeo video: https://vimeo.com/727240142

Repost recycle the viticulture industries broken CCA wooden treated vineyard posts and re-purpose them into farm fence posts.

To learn more about us go to our website www.repost.co.nz 

or watch our vimeo video: https://vimeo.com/727240142

Evolution Business Performance - specialising in SME's Business Analysis, Risk Management, Analytics, Virtual CFO

Trained as an economist.

Masters at University of Camebridge in  Treasury Management

Ex OPus and Victoria University

Argentinian by Birth UNiversity of Buenos Aires 

Dutch German Background

At Eaton Excavations, we don't just move earth; we transform it into opportunities for growth, development, and progress. Founded by Kevin Eaton in 2022, with more than 25 years of hands-on experience in Civil earthworks, our company brings expertise, dedication, and a diverse range of machinery to every project we undertake.

KEVIN EATION QUALIFICATIONS:

Certified Civil Trades Person in Road and Maintenance

National Certificate in Infrastructure Works Supervision

New Zealand Certificate in Infrastructure Works (Civil) (Level 4), Road Construction

New Zealand Certificate in Infrastructure Works (Civil) (Level 4), Earthworks

National Certificate in Infrastructure Works Supervision

National Certificate in Infrastructure Works (Forestry Earthworks), Hydraulic Excavator

H&S QUALIFICATION:

+IMPAC PRQAL – Totika Scheme – (Gold Member)

Custom Solutions

Civil Earthworks encompass a diverse range of activities vital for land development and infrastructure enhancement.

This includes the supply and installation of culverts to manage water flow, delivering gravel to improve road surfaces, creating wash down pads for equipment maintenance, installing and maintaining pipelines for various purposes, setting up water tanks for storage, conducting test holes and post auguring for soil assessment and foundations, building retaining walls for stability, track clearing to prepare land for development or agriculture.

These earthwork tasks collectively shape the landscape and infrastructure, ensuring safety, functionality, and environmental suitability for various projects.

In addition to our core civil earthwork services, we are equipped to handle miscellaneous tasks that often arise on projects, including post auguring, post removal, and on-site soil screening. We understand that these "odd little jobs" can be just as crucial in ensuring a smooth and efficient project execution, and we're here to provide comprehensive solutions for all your earthwork needs.

Check out our Wb pages for more Info:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-eaton-842794271/

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Providing value for money workplace investigations ideally suited for small to medium sized businesses. We provide you an independent investigation, to ensure you and all of your staff are protected. 

Providing value for money workplace investigations ideally suited for small to medium sized businesses. We provide you an independent investigation, to ensure you and all of your staff are protected. 

Ixora is a design studio that helps tourism and experience-driven brands create impactful, strategic design. We go beyond aesthetics—blending branding, web design, and marketing expertise with consumer insights and modern technology to ensure businesses don’t just look good, but work effectively. Our approach is collaborative, thoughtful, and results-driven—helping brands attract the right audience and grow with confidence.