Chris Quin
Chris Quin is the chief executive of Foodstuffs North Island, a cooperative that operates New World supermarkets. He is dedicated to community engagement and support, believing that the company’s role extends beyond retail to include initiatives that foster dignity, choice, and practical support for families in need. Under his leadership, Foodstuffs has been involved in various community-focused projects, including the recent opening of the Whata Kai social supermarket in Kaikohe, which aims to assist local families facing economic hardship.
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Chris Quin, CEO of Foodstuffs North Island, urges the Government to adopt stronger long-term thinking.
Mood of the Boardroom: Business leaders doubt Nicola Willis’ growth agenda after weak GDP result
New Zealand· 2025-09-23
Chris Quin is the CEO of Foodstuffs and emphasized the priority of making the building safe.
Bird’s eye-view of burned New World Victoria Park plus the company in charge of demolishing it – Property InsiderNew Zealand· 2025-08-18
Chris Quin appears to have been so directly involved in the negotiations, given the restraint was limited to Countdown New Zealand.
Zuru nappy trial: Ex-cop Keith Taylor sobs recounting fallout from Mowbray’s ‘Hobson’s choice’New Zealand· 2025-08-18
Foodstuffs North Island chief executive Chris Quin told media that staff 'would be looked after'.
New World Victoria Park fire: Foodstuffs denies age discrimination claims by former workersNew Zealand· 2025-08-03
Chris Quin, the chief executive of Foodstuffs North Island, referred to previous comments made on social media.
Fonterra boss rejects discounted butter prices for New ZealandersNew Zealand· 2025-07-24
Chris Quin is the chief executive of Foodstuffs North Island and mentioned the importance of the New World Pt Chevalier store.
Pt Chevalier New World to open early as Victoria Park site closed for two years after fireNew Zealand· 2025-07-04
Last night, Foodstuff’s North Island chief executive Chris Quin said the fire broke out in a part of the store currently being refurbished.
New World Victoria Park fire extinguished, owners working through next stepsNew Zealand· 2025-06-17
Chris Quin is the chief executive of Foodstuffs North Island and commented on the fire at the New World store.
Auckland supermarket fire: Inside New World Victoria Park store after blazeNew Zealand· 2025-06-17
Chris Quin, chief executive of Foodstuffs North Island, said supporting initiatives like Whata Kai is part of the co-op’s long-standing commitment to community.
New iwi-run social supermarket in Kaikohe opens to support the communityNew Zealand· 2025-05-02
