Former Ngai Tahu property CEO joins Christchurch Diocese

Tuesday, August 16th, 2016

Former Ngai Tahu Property CEO Tony Sewell, has accepted a contract to lead the Catholic Diocese of Christchurch property team.

A long-time member of the Catholic Cathedral Management Board, he has a deep understanding of property matters in relation to the Diocese.

“The Diocese has tread a very sensible and measured path in dealing with the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament and other churches and schools damaged in the earthquakes, and it is essential that we keep this momentum going. Continue reading

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