CEO REAPPOINTED

Chief executive Malcolm Nicolson has been reappointed to a second five year term at the helm of the Northland Regional Council. The 59-year-old Kawakawa resident has led the council since 2012. He was the standout candidate among 17 applicants after the role was advertised in late March and early April, council chairman Bill Shepherd says. Nicolson stood out for a host of reasons including his previous experience, knowledge of Northland, understanding of local government and its role, and his network of contacts.