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Rydges Hotels & Resorts has appointed new general managers at its Auckland and Wellington properties, with both roles filled through internal promotions.
Colin McClean has been named general manager of Rydges Auckland and area general manager for Rydges’ North Island properties, succeeding Vini Belotti, who has moved into a new role with the company in Australia.
Previously general manager of Rydges Wellington, Colin has more than 20 years’ experience in the hotel industry and joined EVT in 2024. During his tenure in Wellington, QT Wellington launched its Hippo restaurant and Rydges Wellington partnered with Hospitality New Zealand on a pilot programme aimed at reducing food waste.
“I’m looking forward to working closely with the Rydges Auckland team, as well as the general managers across the North Island properties,” Colin says.
Meanwhile, Mitch McLachlan has returned to New Zealand to take up the role of general manager at Rydges Wellington after leading Rydges North Sydney. Mitch previously worked at the Wellington hotel early in his hospitality career.
EVT general manager New Zealand operations Simon White says the appointments reflect the company’s commitment to developing internal talent.
“It’s great to see Mitch return home to New Zealand, and to see Colin step up into the area GM role,” Simon says.
Both Colin and Mitch have commenced in their new positions.
