The Warehouse Group announces Board changes
NZX | Market release – 31 October 2025
The Warehouse Group announces Board changes
The Warehouse Group today announces the appointment of Hamish Rumbold as an
Independent Non-Executive Director to the Board, effective 19 November 2025, and the
departure of Robert (Robbie) Tindall, Non-Executive Director, effective 28 November 2025.
Chair Dame Joan Withers said she was pleased to welcome the new director. “Hamish
brings strong governance and commercial experience across multiple sectors. His
appointment will strengthen the Board as the Group moves through a pivotal phase.”
“We are undertaking a significant turnaround to restore financial performance and rebuild
shareholder value. The Board is committed to ensuring the right leadership and oversight
are in place to support management in delivering the necessary changes with pace and
discipline,” said Dame Joan.
Hamish will stand for re-election at the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting on 28 November
2025. As announced previously, John Journee will assume the role of Chair following Dame
Joan’s retirement at the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting.
Robbie Tindall will also step down from the Board, effective from the close of the Annual
Shareholders’ Meeting. Robbie was elected as a Director of the Group in 2020, having
previously served as an Alternate Director for Sir Stephen Tindall since 2017.
“I want to acknowledge Robbie’s long-standing contribution,” said Dame Joan. “His inherent
understanding of the business, commitment to sustainability, and steady leadership have
been invaluable.”
Robbie Tindall said it had been a privilege to serve on the Board. “I’m confident in the
Group’s direction and in our new appointment. I look forward to seeing The Warehouse
Group realise its potential and deliver long-term value for shareholders, customers and
communities.”
Following re-elections, from the close of the Annual Shareholders’ Meeting on 28 November
2025, The Warehouse Group Board will consist of:
• John Journee, Chair and Non-Executive Director
• Dean Hamilton, Independent Non-Executive Director
• Rachel Taulelei, Independent Non-Executive Director
• Caroline Rainsford, Independent Non-Executive Director
• Tony Carter, Independent Non-Executive Director
• Hamish Rumbold, Independent Non-Executive Director
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About Hamish Rumbold
Hamish Rumbold is a Non-Executive Director with multi-sector expertise across key
governance domains: customer experience, digital and data strategy, technology
transformation, cybersecurity, and risk & compliance. He is a governance professional and a
graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors (AICD). Hamish currently serves
as a Non-Executive Director for House of Travel Holdings and Livestock Improvement
Corporation (LIC). He is also the Non-Executive Director and Chair of Perigee HoldCo
Limited, a majority private equity-owned FX remittance business trading as OrbitRemit.
Hamish previously held general management and executive roles with Air New Zealand and
Kiwibank.
For media queries please contact: For investor queries please contact:
Lizzie Havercroft
General Manager Corporate Affairs
+64 27 507 0613
lizzie.havercroft@twgroup.co.nz
Julia Belk
Investor Relations Manager
+64 21 240 8997
julia.belk@thewarehouse.co.nz
The Warehouse Group Limited
26 The Warehouse Way, Northcote, Auckland 0627
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