NBYC Club Officials
Merv Hunter
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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
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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
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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
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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.