Our Team

Behind every project, partnership and initiative is a dedicated team committed to supporting the Clutha District.

We work alongside businesses, community organisations, local government, iwi and industry partners to help grow the district's economy, attract people and investment, strengthen communities and promote Clutha as a great place to live, work, visit and invest.

Introducing the Clutha team

Introducing the Executive team

Daniel Cragg

Chairperson

Daniel is a veterinarian and established the VetSouth clinic in Balclutha with his wife Sarah after moving to the district. His professional experience, involvement in the local business community and long-standing service as a volunteer firefighter give him a strong connection to both the economic and community life of Clutha.

Daniel is committed to supporting the district's continued growth and ensuring Clutha remains a great place for people, families and businesses to build their future.

Anna Benny

Deputy Chairperson

Anna brings experience across the food and primary sectors, along with a strong interest in rural leadership and governance. She lives on a dairy farm in Clydevale and works independently across agriculture, local government and food technology.

A graduate of the Kellogg Rural Leadership Programme, Anna also brings broad community involvement and a strong understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing Clutha's rural communities and businesses.

Josh Hurring

Executive Member

Josh grew up near Balclutha and holds a Commerce degree in Business Management from the University of Otago. He works within the family forestry business, Mike Hurring Logging, where his experience spans business operations, health and safety and technology-based workforce training.

His background provides the Board with a practical perspective on forestry, business operations, workforce development and the opportunities facing younger people building careers and businesses within the district.

Hamish Anderson

Executive Member

Hamish is a dairy farmer with extensive local government and governance experience, including 15 years as a Clutha District Councillor, nine as Deputy Mayor.

His governance experience spans the primary sector, infrastructure, transport, healthcare and education, including leadership roles with Livestock Improvement Corporation, the Lower Clutha drainage and flood protection liaison group, Telford Dairy Farm and Clutha Health First. He brings significant knowledge of the district, its industries and the wider regional environment to the Board.

Noelene Scott

Executive Member

Noelene is Manager of the Cross Recreation Centre in Balclutha, where she leads the team responsible for delivering an important community recreation facility.

She also brings extensive experience in sport, programme delivery and community participation, including six years delivering Netball New Zealand's CoachForce programme across Otago and Southland. Her background provides a strong community and people-focused perspective to the Board.

Nicole Edwards

Executive Member

Nicole is a Chartered Accountant with Shand Thomson and has strong experience working with businesses across the district. Born and raised in Balclutha, she combines professional financial expertise with an understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing local businesses.

She has a particular interest in technology and systems for small businesses, business establishment and supporting initiatives that contribute positively to the Clutha District.

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