• GMANZ Venue Operators Committee

    Venue operators within GMANZ are responsible for the day-to-day management of Class 4 gaming venues across Aotearoa. They ensure compliance with regulatory standards, uphold harm minimisation practices, and maintain safe, well-run environments for gaming patrons and surrounding communities.

    Chair: Tony Crosbie

    North Island representatives  

    John Maurice; Reg Hennessy

    South Island Representatives 

      Marty Fuller; Ashley Longman  

    Clubs Representatives 

    Lisa Beighton; Steve Flint

    HNZ representative 

    Jeremy Smith   

  • GMANZ Tech Committee

    The GMANZ Tech Committee oversees technical aspects of the gaming machine sector, monitoring industry technologies and regulations, evaluating new solutions, and guiding best practices in system integrity, security, compliance, and responsible gambling. This ensures New Zealand’s gaming technology stays reliable, compliant, and future-focused.

    Chair: Mike Knell

    Martin Cheer; Troy McGregor; Paul Andrew

  • GMANZ Finance Committee

    The GMANZ Finance Committee oversees the association’s finances, including budgeting, monitoring performance and risks, audits, compliance, and investment advice. It ensures transparency and accountability to support a responsible, sustainable gaming machine sector.

    Chair Karen Shea

    Mike Knell; Lisa-Maree Fleck

  • GMANZ Public Relations Committee

    The GMANZ Public Relations Committee advocates for members by shaping public understanding of gaming venues through transparent, responsible messaging. Through strategic communications and stakeholder outreach, it positions operators as trusted contributors to local wellbeing, while reinforcing GMANZ’s ethical standards and regulatory clarity.

    Chair: Peter Dengate Thrush

    Lisa-Maree; Martin Cheer