INTRODUCING THE BOARD
The Board of Waikato Burn Support is appointed, according to the rules of our Trust Deed, each year at our AGM.  Below is the current membership of the Board as appointed at our AGM held 26th April 2006.  To find out more about what we do and how we do it visit the "About WBS" site.

SECRETARY

Our Secretary is Vera Gunn.
Vera, who joined us in 2005 as Secretary, continues in that capacity. 

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TREASURER

Our Treasurer is Pam Beehan.
Pam says, "I have over the past 33 years been very interested in the effects of severe burns on patients and their families. I am married to a plastic surgeon who has over this time had a great interest in burns.  I have been aware of the problems that confront not only the surgeon but the nurses and all ancillary services, such as occupational therapists, physiotherapists etc. I have attended many Burns conferences with my husband and sat in on many of the papers given. As well as this I have been fortunate  and privileged in meeting many of the "burn survivors".  I am looking forward now to contributing in a more active role in the Burns Support Group."
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MEMBERS

Lynne Walker, Member.
Lynn joined the Board early in 2007 and is a professional health worker at Waikato Hospital with many years experience.  She has concerns about prevention and post surgical support in the home environment and will be a valuable member of the team with lots to contribute from her knowledge and wisdom.  Lynne is Clinical Charge Nurse at Waikato DHB and a representative on the National Burn Service Network (NBSN) Group.

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Veronica Berry, Member
Veronica joined the board February 2008.  Veronica is a health professional working for Waikato Hospital in the Occupation Therapy Dept.  She makes a valuable addition to the board bringing practical experience in the issues of scar minimisation using creams and pressure bandages, therapy and more.
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Helen Fahey, Member.
Helen joined the Board of WBS in May 2010.  She is a welcome member who will bring fresh insights and helpful assistance to the work burn support in the Waikato.  Welcome Helen.
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Rebecca Sayers, Member.
Rebecca joined the Board of WBS the same time as Helen, in May 2010.  She is also a very welcome member whose insights and assistance will be gladly received by rest of the Board.  Welcome Helen.
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Ted Anderson, Honorary Life Member.
Because of Ted's long and valuable contribution towards the cause of WBS it was decided, some time ago now, to acknowledge this by bestowing upon him honorary life membership of the Board.  As a result the Board is able to continue to benefit from Ted's advice and help when possible - even though he now lives on the "sunny side" at Mt Maunganui!  You can read more about our appreciation of Ted's work and contribution by clicking his picture.
Ted's Page
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ANNUAL REPORTS

Annual Reports From The Chair and Education Officer at AGM's: Read previous reports from our Annual General Meetings made by the President and others.

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How To Get Involved Or Join Burn Support

There are always opportunities to be involved at WBS.  Pleas contact us and we will be happy to provide further information.  Contact

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Governance

The affairs of Waikato Burn Support are governed by the rules relating to Charitable Trusts in New Zealand.  The Waikato Burn Support incorporated as an independent Charitable Trust in 1999 after operating for some years associated with New Zealand Burn Support.  

The Trust documents, our Rules and Bylaws and Annual Audited Accounts are available by request to those with a genuine interest and reason to examine them.

Visitors are always welcome to attend our Annual General Meeting which is usually held in either April or May.  If you have any questions relating to the organisation and running of Waikato Burn Support you are welcome to contact us anytime: Contact Details.

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Patrons: We are fortunate to have both Mr. Patrick J. Beehan M. B. Ch. B., F.R.C.S. (Eng.), and Mr. Chris McEwan, MB ChB 1977 Otago; FRACS 1986, Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons - New Zealand 1986 and is Clinical Director, Plastic Surgery Specialist, Waikato DHB.  Mr. McEwan is a representative on the National Burn Service Network (NBSN) Group. 
Lynne Walker, Clinical Charge Nurse, Waikato DHB, who is a WBS Board Member is also a representative on that body.
 

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Board Vacancies

From time to time vacancies become available to serve on the Board of Waikato Burn Support Charitable Trust.  When they do we will post them here with the procedure for filling them.  Vacancies

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Board Commitments

Board Member responsibilities consist of a willingness to attend one Board Meeting a month and share in the decision making processes involved in running the affairs of Waikato Burn Support.  Occasionally, a member will be required to perform some function or complete a task arising from Board Meetings, such as arranging printing or collecting something and delivering it.  These are usually not very onerous, but are part and parcel of the job.

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Accountant/Auditor

Our accountant and auditor is Douglas Hawkings BMS, CA, of Finn & Partners, Chartered Accountants, PO Box, 17, Te Awamutu: Contact Doug. 

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