Appointment of Chief Financial Officer
11/11/2026 16:11 NZDT, ADMIN
WINTON – CFO APPOINTMENT
Winton Land Limited (Winton) is pleased to announce the appointment of Kate Baguley as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective 9 February 2027.
Ms Baguley has more than 20 years of senior finance leadership experience. She is currently Head of Finance at Smales Farm, an Auckland commercial office precinct, where her responsibilities include significant capital work programmes, debt refinancing, and banking syndicate relationships. She previously served as Chief Financial Officer at Auckland Real Estate, managing capital structures and banking facilities for a commercial office portfolio.
A Fellow of CPA Australia and a member of CPA Australia's New Zealand Divisional Council, Ms Baguley brings deep experience in capital governance, financial planning and reporting within complex, growth-oriented organisations.
Winton Chair Michael Stiassny said: "The Board is delighted to welcome Kate to Winton. She is a strong addition to the senior leadership team, and her appointment is a vital step in stabilising Winton's operations. Kate's financial leadership and familiarity with the property development sector will be invaluable as we continue our strategic portfolio review and focus on maximising value for all shareholders."
An interim CFO, Debbie Smith, has also been appointed on a fixed-term contract to fill the role until Ms Baguley takes up the position on 9 February 2027.
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This announcement has been authorised by Michael Stiassny, Chair, Winton Land Limited.
For all queries, please contact:
Kim Palsenbarg +64 21 520 340
kim@palsenbarg.co.nz