John Sturgeon – President
John Sturgeon served as an NZRU Councillor from 1987 to 1995 and as All Blacks Manager from 1988–1991. He was made an MBE in 1991 for his services to sport. John was previously the NZRU’s liaison officer for touring teams and Chairman of the judging panel for New Zealand’s annual Steinlager Rugby Awards. The Greymouth resident is a Life Member and former Chairman of the West Coast RFU, was elected as NZRU Vice President in 2007 and was elected NZRU President in 2009.
Bryan Williams – Vice President
Bryan Williams played 113 games for the All Blacks between 1970 and 1978, including 38 Tests, and had a lengthy playing career for Auckland. He served as coach of club, provincial and franchise sides from the 1980s, and as national coach for Manu Samoa from 1996-1999. A Life Member, coach and current President of the Ponsonby RFC, Bryan was made an MBE for services to rugby and the community. He was elected Vice President in 2009.
Jock Hobbs – Chairman
Jock Hobbs has had a long rugby career. He was All Blacks captain between 1984–1986, coach/selector of the New Zealand Universities team from 1990–1995 and a member of the NZRU Council, the forerunner to the NZRU Board, from 1995–1996. He was elected to the NZRU Board in 2002. He received a MNZM for services to rugby in 1996, followed by a CNZM in 2006. Jock is a Barrister, has a variety of business interests and holds a number of directorships.
Graham Cooney - Southern Representative
Graham Cooney was appointed to the NZRU Board in April 2010.
Christopher Doig – Independent Member
Christopher Doig was appointed to the NZRU Board in April 2010.
Ken Douglas – Independent Member
Ken Douglas joined the NZRU Board in 2005 after a high-profile career in labour relations. He is currently Deputy Chairman of the Asia–New Zealand Foundation, Chair of Health Care NZ Ltd, Chairman of the Michael Campbell Foundation and Director of Health Care Holdings Ltd. In 1998, Ken received New Zealand’s highest honour with his appointment to the Order of New Zealand. He also has a long association with Wellington club rugby as a player and administrator.
Mike Eagle – Southern Representative
Mike Eagle has had a long rugby career in Canterbury as a player and administrator. He was previously Chairman of the Canterbury RFU and Crusaders Board. He played for Albion RFC and represented Canterbury B. A partner and director of an electrical contracting company, he lives in Christchurch.
Ivan Haines – Northern Representative
Ivan Haines is former Chairman of the King Country RFU and Chairman of the Chiefs Board. He is also Chairman of Waitomo Energy Service Customer Trust and has several successful businesses covering tourism, construction and catering. Ivan is also a long-time member of the Waitete Rugby Club. He lives in Cambridge.
Graham Mourie – Central Representative
Graham Mourie has had a long rugby career. He played 61 games for the All Blacks, captaining the team from 1976–1982. He coached Wellington in 1998–1999 and was Hurricanes coach from 2000–2002. He has farming interests in both the Taranaki and Wellington regions and is a long-time member of the Coastal Rugby Club. He lives in Porirua.
Wayne Peters – Maori Representative
Wayne Peters joined the NZRU Board in 2009. He was the Chairman of the Northland Union from 2006 to 2008, and served as a director of the Blues Franchise over the same period. Wayne played rugby for Otago, Northland, New Zealand Universities and the New Zealand Juniors. Principal of Wayne W Peters & Associates, Wayne also holds a number of directorships.
Gerard van Tilborg - Northern Representative
Gerard van Tilborg was elected to the New Zealand Rugby Union Board in 2008. A former North Harbour RFU Chairman and a Blues Director, he has a background in banking and business management. He is CEO of Easy Factors International and owns a building company. He also has a number of company directorships.