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Winton Land has named Michael Stiassny as its new independent chair, stepping into a leadership role during a period of significant board and executive change. The company is actively recruiting additional independent directors and senior executives to stabilise governance and operations.

Julian Cook has resigned as an executive director of Winton Land, citing fundamental disagreements with the majority shareholder on board roles and governance, following similar departures by other directors.

Winton Land’s governance is under strain after independent directors Steven Joyce and Guy Fergusson resigned citing conflicts with the majority shareholder. The board must urgently appoint new independent directors to maintain NZX compliance and avoid potential trading suspension.

Winton Land’s CEO and Chair Chris Meehan has resigned immediately during a board-led employment process, with independent director Steven Joyce appointed as Chair and an interim leadership reshuffle underway.

Winton Land's Chair and CEO Chris Meehan has taken immediate leave for health reasons amid a Board-led employment review, leaving leadership continuity uncertain.

Winton Land Limited has secured conditional approval under the Fast-track Approvals Act 2024 for its Sunfield masterplanned community, paving the way for thousands of homes and extensive commercial precincts.