NBYC Club Officials

Merv Hunter

Commodore

 

Merv is the Commodore and driving force behind the Club's sailing programme and provides overall leadership of the club. Merv sails a Quest whenever he can and his son also sails at the Club in a Bic. When he's not sailing Merv is an Associate at Product X Architecture.
Merv.Hunter@nbyc.org.nz

Dave West

Vice Commodore

 

Dave assists with the management of the club. He is qualified as a National Race Officer and is the Race Officer for NBYC regattas. He is also our accountant. Dave sails an RS Aero and is actively involved in several yacht clubs.
Dave.West@nbyc.org.nz

NBYC Club Patrons

Graham Thow

Patron

 

Graham was Commodore of NBYC for 8 years from the early 2000's. He was then Rear Commodore for another 5 years. Graham was responsible for raising the funds and building the new Clubrooms - a significant achievement and a lasting legacy. Graham sails a Keeler which he moors off Birkenhead Wharf. He sold his security company several years ago and  these days splits his time between Auckland and canal boating in Europe.

Keith Salmon

Patron

 

Keith is a previous Commodore of NBYC and has been involved with NBYC since the early 80's. Keith is also part of a team that is researching NBYC history. Keith used to sail Idle Along's. He lives locally and is actively involved in community organisations - including Pest Free Kaipatiki.