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Hall of Fame
We are pleased to introduce this new initiative – the establishment of a Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame will acknowledge the induction of industry icons that have:
- Provided over 25 years of service to the industry
- Have in those 25 years + been recognised for providing value to the industry
- Be a natural industry stalwart, and
- May now be retired
Hall of Fame 2026 – Rex kelly
Rex Kelly has dedicated decades to advancing New Zealand’s forestry industry through innovation, leadership and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Renowned for his exceptional work ethic and leading from the front, he earned a reputation as the person to call for the industry’s most challenging cable logging operations. A true innovator, Rex played a key…
Hall of Fame 2026 – Tom Broderick
Tom Broderick has dedicated more than 50 years to strengthening the forestry industry in the Top of the South through exceptional leadership, technical expertise, and an unwavering commitment to people. From his early years with H. Baigent & Sons through to senior management roles and the establishment of Forest Management Resources, Tom has played a…
Hall of Fame 2024 – Doug McLeod
Doug McLeod is a true pioneer in the forestry industry, making an enormous impact on harvesting in the Nelson Region and beyond. His journey began as a labourer in Ngamu Forest, and since then, his dedication and passion for the industry have shone through every step of his career. Throughout Doug’s time as a Golden…
Hall of Fame 2022 – Darryl Bird
Darryl Bird is recognized by the industry for the significant role he played in the Logging and Forestry Industry Training Board in the formalization of qualification training and establishment of the module forest skills system. Additionally, he is acknowledged for his many years of service to the industry and the numerous foresters he has trained…