About Brian Mclachlan
I have been successfully self-employed in the brokering of forest products. This required co-ordination, organization, price negotiation, planning ability and building strong relationships in a team environment to be commercially successful. This has allowed me to retire early.
I bought my first property in the Avenues at age 18 and I now live in the Beach Road area.
I have spent the last 3 years attending council meetings, observing and learning the complexities of council procedures. I have also spent this time building relationships with council staff, advisors, mentors and researchers, and feel I am fully prepared to take on the role of Councillor.
I have the time and enthusiasm to contribute to the community I was born in.
Interests:
Whangarei District Resident’s Association – Past Chair
Chamber of Commerce – Active member
Toastmasters, Whangarei – Active member since 2005
Farm Forestry Association – Past committee member of the NZFFA
Community amenities – Friends of Claphams Clocks
Rugby – Northland rugby has always been important to me, and throughout my life I have consistently sought new ways to achieve success both as a player and as a manager
• Hikurangi Club – Senior Team Manager 2006 Northland champs and present committee member
• Northland Age-group Manager 2005-2007
• Former Northland Provincial Representative player
Education:
University Entrance (Physics, Chemistry & Accounting)
Vocational and Industry Training Qualifications:
• Advanced Trade Certificate in Telecommunication
• Primary Industry and Forestry
• Business Planning and Management / NBDT
• Communication and Teamworking / OII Programme, Dr R Engdahl
• Institute of Directors Professional Development course
Contact me
Representing you, the ratepayer is important to me. If you'd like to get in touch with me, please do so - I'd like to hear from you.