Graeme Reeves reappointed as Chief Gambling Commissioner in New Zealand

Mr Dunne said the reappointment of all three Commissioners would retain valuable governance experience and skills during a period of significant projects for the Commission.

Mr Reeves is a commercial lawyer experienced in commercial and property law, and employment issues. He was a Director of the Airways Corporation of New Zealand Ltd and has served as a trustee of the Wellington Community Trust and Director of New Zealand Post Ltd.

Ms Harvey is a Barrister and Solicitor of the High Court of New Zealand and has significant business and commercial governance experience. She previously practiced in commercial and employment law.

Mr Bell is a practicing Chartered Accountant/Auditor and has specialist knowledge of the gambling sector. He has business and governance knowledge from management consultant roles.

The Gambling Commission is an independent statutory decision-making body. The Commission hears casino licensing applications, and appeals on licensing and enforcement decisions made by the Secretary of Internal Affairs in relation to gaming machines and other non-casino gambling activities.

The other Commissioners are Lisa Hansen of Wellington and Donna Matahaere-Atariki of Dunedin.