About ASBESTOS 2027 – Road to Removal

We invite you to join us in Christchurch (Ōtautahi), the vibrant heart of New Zealand’s South Island, at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre.

Set among world-renowned gardens and the Avon River, Christchurch blends natural beauty with bold reinvention. Following the 2011 earthquakes, the city has emerged stronger than ever, defined by innovative architecture, dynamic public spaces and a thriving creative culture.

It’s a fitting home for ASBESTOS 2027. Just as Christchurch has rebuilt with purpose and resilience, our industry continues to move forward on its own Road to Removal, driven by collaboration, innovation and a shared commitment to a safer future.

This is more than a conference. It’s where the asbestos management community comes together to tackle our region’s biggest challenges, share what’s working, and chart the path ahead.

ASBESTOS 2027 Conference Committee

Name Organisation Location
Simon Paykel (Chair) Maynard Marks New Zealand
Alannah Elliot ENFYS Consulting New Zealand
Emma Kim Pro Labs Australia
Rob Barton ACM Removals New Zealand
Sam McGee Chem Safety New Zealand
Samuel Jackson Thuroona Australia
Wayne Lamour School Property New Zealand
Susan Simon Presna Australia
Kevin White Thuroona Australia
Jackii Shepherd Robson Environmental / Safety Shepherd Australia
Jasper Kosters Admanstars Netherlands
John Brown Hibbs Australia
Stu Cole SCE New Zealand
Marta Roberts WorkSafe NZ New Zealand
Alex Buchanan SQN New Zealand
Matt Deaves Tetra Tech Australia
Kate Brooks KB Consulting New Zealand
Craig Dooley SQN New Zealand
Brian Eva Eva & Associates Australia
Jason Nicol Clear Air New Zealand
Rob McAllister Ministry of Education New Zealand New Zealand
Benjamin Shelton WSP Australia Australia
Conference managed by


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