Man outdoors smiling with mountains in the background. He is wearing a dark jacket and plaid shirt, and a pin on his jacket.

Meet

Simon Hayes

I've been a dedicated member of the Abbeyfield community for over 25 years, starting as a local councillor where I helped secure land for the Queenstown house. I then served as Chairman of the local society for 12 years and on the New Zealand Board for 10 years, with the last 7 as Chairman. My professional background includes 29 years as a real estate salesman and 20 years in hospitality management. I'm happily married to Ngaire, and we have three adult children and four wonderful grandsons. We enjoy our life together in the beautiful Queenstown area of the lower South Island.