"Work to Do": NZME Review Highlights Cultural Failings After Executive Scandals

Following the dismissal of three executives, including former OneRoof CEO Greg Hornblow, an independent review finds NZME must do more to ensure employee respect and dignity.

By: AXL Media

Published: Apr 23, 2026, 6:08 AM EDT

Source: RNZ Pacific

Board Response to Conduct Review

Speaking at the company’s annual meeting on Wednesday, NZME chair Steven Joyce acknowledged the gravity of the findings. He told shareholders that the review highlighted a need for management to better promote a culture where "employees and other persons are treated with respect and dignity."

The "disturbing" period for the company was punctuated by the conviction of former OneRoof CEO Greg J. Hornblow. Hornblow recently pleaded guilty to receiving commercial sexual services from a 14-year-old minor and subsequently lost his legal battle for name suppression.

OneRoof Performance and Future

Despite the leadership crisis, CEO Michael Boggs insisted that the property-market business, OneRoof, is "back on track."

New Leadership: A new executive team is in place to stabilize the brand.