Meet Our Team

Golden Bay attracts talented people looking for a lifestyle that's somehow a little different. Our real estate agents are no different and we're truly fortunate to have such an enthusiastic and professional team.

Sarah-Jane Brown I am in my eighth year with the First National team in Golden Bay and I am still enjoying every minute; during that time I have sourced properties for many different people, some of which still pop in to the office for coffee or a general chat. Phone:(03) 525 9511 Mobile: 0274 222 577 Email:

Roger Handisides I’ve been marketing and selling real estate here in Golden Bay since 1997 with the result that I now have a proven track record and a large client base to recommend my services. Why not use my expertise and give me a call today! Phone:(03) 524 8099 Mobile: 0274 318 688 Email:

Helen Hodgkinson Real Estate is my passion! I have been working in the industry for the past 20 years and enjoy meeting and working with people from all walks of life. Phone:(03) 525 9325 Mobile: 0274 950 693 Email:

Nick Hodgkinson - AREINZ Nick Hodgkinson (Licensed Agent) is the Principal of Golden Bay First National and is also a Justice of the Peace. 22 years of working in real estate and still loving it. Phone:(03) 525 9325 Mobile: 0274 372 360 Email:

James Mackay BCom (valuation and property management) I have always been passionate about real estate and look forward to assisting you with any property transactions. Having completed my Bachelor of Commerce at Lincoln University (in Valuation and Property Management), my sales course through the Real Estate Institute and having a good knowledge of the Golden Bay area, plus a sense of humour you will find me well qualified and easy to work with. Having been in the industry for over two years now, I have gained considerable experience from working with this great team. Earlier this year I was awarded a Chairman’s Awards for Excellence in both January and March. Phone:(03) 525 7292 Mobile: 027 359 0892 Email:

Paul McConnon Having been indirectly involved in the real estate sector for the past 13 years now, and having good local knowledge (Born & bred in the Bay!)- the move into real estate has been a very positive one for me. Phone:(03) 525 8255 Mobile: 0275 042 872 Email:

Sharon McConnon Company partner Sharon McConnon draws on around 18 years of real estate industry experience to co-ordinate the administrative/financial activities of Golden Bay First National. Phone:(03) 525 8255 Mobile: 027 525 8255 Email:

Marie Pirie A very valuable person to us, Marie is the friendly voice on the other end of the phone and your first point of contact when you call into the office. Marie joined the team in June 2002. Phone:(03) 525 8800 Email:

Brian Taylor Buying and selling property can be a stressful undertaking and you will want to achieve your goals given the best advice possible. I have spent my whole working life in occupations which have involved me relating on a one-to-one basis with people - something I have always enjoyed doing. Phone:(03) 524 8516 Mobile: 0274 540 355 Email:

Mike Turnbull Mike specialises in the rural and lifestyle properties and has 17 years of experience in real estate in Golden Bay with multiple awards for achievements in the industry over this time. In the last year alone in the Top of the South Awards he was fourth in the Top 10 Consultants, Top Confirmed Sales Award, Top Rural Consultant, Diamond Award Winner (for the tenth time) and Platinum Award Winner (for the eighth time). Phone:(03) 525 9932 Mobile: 027 266 7284 Email: