Introducing some of the New Zealand Open volunteer managers

Introducing some of the New Zealand Open volunteer managers

Benn Ashford
Volunteer & caddie manager
For those who do not know me, I will be returning as your volunteer manager for the tournament.
I first attended the New Zealand Open as a volunteer in 2017 before taking on the head marshal position for a few years. I also own and operate Front 9 Golf - running tournaments and organising golf tours and holidays throughout New Zealand.

Chrissy Rose
Transport manager
I am delighted to say that Chrissy will be returning as transport manager for the third time.

Chrissy, who organises several tournaments and looks after the membership at Manawatu Golf Club, had been volunteering at the tournament for a number of years before seamlessly stepping into the transport role for the 2023 tournament.

Lynda Bixley
Volunteer headquarters
For those of you who have volunteered previously, I'm pleased to say that you'll be greeted by a familiar face when arriving at Volunteer headquarters.

Officially now a local having made the move south -- and an Arrowtown Golf Club member -- I am thrilled that Lynda Bixley is on board and will be managing the volunteer HQ again for the 2025 tournament.

Sarah Kennelly
Scoring coordinator
After a successful first year as scoring coordinator, I am happy to announce that Sarah will continue the role for the 2025 tournament. A keen golfer herself, Sarah also works at the St Clair Golf Club in Dunedin.  Exciting developments for Sarah and the scoring team this year as we look to go digital.

Mark Ashford
Head marshal
I'm excited to announce that Mark will be stepping into the head marshal role. 
With a strong sporting background, plus many years of playing and following golf, Mark volunteered at this year's tournament across a host of roles throughout the week.