Wellington Airport announces Director changes

21 August 2025 Wellington Airport announces Director changes Wellington Airport has announced that from 21 August 2025 Wayne Eagleson will be joining the Wellington Airport Board as an Infratil Director, replacing outgoing Director Phil Walker. Mr Eagleson has served on the Wellington Airport Board for the last six years as an independent director appointed by Wellington City Council. As previously announced, the role of independent director representing Wellington City Council has been filled by Rachel Taulelei effective 1 July 2025. Infratil appoints four directors to the Airport Board and Wellington City Council two, including Mayor Tory Whanau. Wellington Airport thanks Phil Walker for his excellent contribution, having served as a board member since 2016. ENDS Media contact: Phil Rennie 021 869 106