We are Aquaculture New Zealand - a small, dedicated team of professionals passionate about supporting the sustainable growth of aquaculture in New Zealand and proudly representing our marine farmers. 

Our Team

  • Teena (Tee) Hale Pennington

    Chief Executive Officer

    teena.halepennington@aquaculture.org.nz

  • Karen Morley

    Business Manager

    karen.morley@aquaculture.org.nz

  • Kirsten Norfield

    Workforce Implementation Lead

    kirsten.norfield@aquaculture.org.nz

  • Steph Hopkins

    Policy Manager

    steph.hopkins@aquaculture.org.nz

  • Mel Shirley

    Marketing Manager

    mel.shirley@aquaculture.org.nz

Our Board