Anne-Maree Wagg

Chair and College and Sections Rep

I began my nursing career at Waiariki Polytechnic in 1986. Since qualifying,I have worked in Quality and Improvement, Health and Safety and Theatre. The last two decades has seen me predominately working in the perioperative area.

I am currently employed as a perioperative nurse in a private health care facility, that specialises in plastics, cosmetic and vascular surgery. 

I have a passion for Infection Prevention and Control and was instrumental in growing the facilities IPC Committee. I now sit with pride on the IPCNC committee. I also have a passion for advocacy, and believe putting the patient at the centre of decision making is paramount.

I am now looking forward to representing Colleges and Sections on the Membership Committee. 

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Wendy Alexander

Vice-Chair and Central Representative

Hello, my name is Wendy Alexander.

My journey as a Registered Nurse began 15 years ago at Taranaki DHB where I started on the stroke/­ rehab ward and. I began as a NZNO Ward Delegate one year later and now I’m a night nurse on the medical ward where I continue to be a Delegate and a Health and Safety rep. These lead me to opportunities including:

•       NZNO Co-Convener TDHB

•       National Delegate representative

•       Regional Council member and

•       Membership Committee (MC).

Being active in these committees gives me the understanding and ability to pass information on to members around projects that NZNO endorse. Being able to share information between members of the MC is also a great way to get perspective on issues that affect the whole nursing vocation.

I look forward to representing NZNO members the best I can on issues concern, and as a group we can discuss together.

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Jade Power

Tamaki Makaurau/ Greater Auckland

Hi, my name is Jade Power and I work as a Registered Nurse for Te Whatu Ora at Starship Hospital. I completed my New Graduate year in 2023, and I am one of the workplace delegates for my ward. I have been actively involved with NZNO since 2020 when I first began my nursing degree both as a student representative and a health care assistant. I am very honored to represent you all on Membership Committee (MC). 

My roles include:

• Te Toka Tumai (Auckland) National Delegate
• Greater Auckland Regional Council member
• Greater Auckland Region Membership Committee Representative

Previous roles:

• Chair and Vice-Chairperson of the National Student Unit (2020-2022)
• Otago Polytechnic National Student Representative (2020-2022)
• MC National Student Unit Representative (2020-2022) 
• Nominee for NZNO Board of Directors (2022) 

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Jennie Rae

College & Sections

Profile to come

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Karen Durham

Greater Wellington

Profile to come

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Michael Deibert

Midlands

Kia ora

My name is Michael Deibert and I’m excited to represent the Midlands Region. I’m also thrilled to represent my fellow
Healthcare Assistant (HCA) & Kaiāwhina on the Membership Committee as we are an important yet small group within the
overall NZNO membership.I migrated from the US where I worked in healthcare since 2011. I’m a clinically trained Paramedic,
however due to various factors I’ve found myself working in NZ as
a HCA in a non-clinical role. I currently work at the Waikato Regional Renal Centre in Hamilton, which is ironic after years of transporting patients to & from dialysis!

As a NZNO I’m an active delegate at Waikato Hospital and with the Midlands Regional Council. I am part of a HCAs & Kaiāwhina group who stood up to demand better representation for our role, both by our employers and within NZNO. I am currently the interim Co-Chair of the HCA Oversight Committee where our goal is to undertake this Kaupapa with NZNO’s support, and now I am on the Membership Committee, I feel that my fellow HCA & Kaiāwhina have an even stronger voice within NZNO.

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Noreen McCallan

Te Matau a Maui/ Hawkes Bay

Kia ora

My name is Noreen and I am delighted to be nominated as Te Mata a Maui's Membership Committee Representative. I have lots to learn and hope to have lots to contribute too. I’ve been active in nursing unionism since 1981 and with NZNO since 1987 when I arrived in Hawkes Bay (HB) from Ireland, with my partner Chris who is also a nurse. We have three beautiful children; Finbar, Seamus and Ruaridh. 

I am currently the HB national Delegate Representative and also Co- Convenor for the Delegate group. 2022 has been a busy year and doesn’t look like getting any less so. With that in mind, kia kaha and slainte to my NZNO colleagues and comrades 😊

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Shannyn Bristowe

NSU Chair

Ko Whetumatarau me Pouerua ngā maunga
Ko Awatere me Waitangi ngā awa
Ko Horouta me Ngātokimatawhaorua ngā waka
Ko Awatere me Te Tii Waitangi ngā marae
Ko Te Whānau a Hinerupe, Ngāti Kawa me Ngāti Rahiri ngā hapū
Ko Ngāti Porou me Ngāpuhi ngā iwi
Ko Shannyn ahau 
He tauira tau tuatoru ahau nō Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi 

Kia ora

I'm Shannyn Bristowe, a third-year nursing student at Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi. Holding the role of National Student Representative at our kura and co-Chair of the National Student Unit. I strongly believe in communication that involves active listening, understanding diverse communication styles, and problem-solving during crises. Commitment is key for effecting change in the community and healthcare system. For me, leadership isn't confined to a role; it's about walking the journey every day. 

My passion lies in weaving together the two worlds of national student and runanga leadership. I aim to create a cohesive NSU dedicated to advocating for tauira neehi across Aotearoa. By addressing broken systems, we pave the way for a brighter future for our tauira. 

He waka eke noa

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Committee vacancies

• Northland/ Tai Tokerau
• Bay of Plenty/ Tairawhiti
• Canterbury/ Otutahi
• West Coast/Te Tai Poutini
• Southern 

For more information on these roles, click the:

• NZNO Membership Committee Member roles and responsibilities
• NZNO Membership Committee Nomination Form

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