We are delighted to announce the appointments of Callum Gilchrist, Glyn Delany and Gordon Webb to key management positions within the Summit Group. The tremendous support throughout the local communities has enabled Summit to achieve in excess of 25,000 sales and remain the market leaders for the past 3 decades, these new management appointments will continue to build on those strong foundations. 

Whenever I’m asked why we remain so very committed to providing the Summit salespeople, our clients and customers the support of a highly qualified and effective group of Managers, there is always a very simple answer, “Does a builder stop learning once they have completed the apprenticeship”, no. Once a builder completes the training, they go on for many years learning before becoming a craftsman who is truly experienced. 

Real Estate is no different, I think back to 2003 when Gordon Webb started with us, “at our training; nobody asked more questions than Gordon Webb” and over the past 22 years, he has gone on to sell many hundreds of properties and developed a remarkable depth of knowledge. Gordon tells me when Glyn Delany started in 2017, he also asked more questions than anyone else! 

The best teams have the best coaches, managers and leaders who create an engaging work environment where market changes and challenges are faced together. Salespeople continue to grow by working with experienced colleagues and talented managers. You cannot manage a real estate office by numbers alone, but numbers do count. Our local managers bring a combined 230 years of industry experience, averaging over 20 years each.

I am stepping down from the Group Sales Manager role but know the level of support our team, clients and customers receive is from a highly experienced, talented and committed team of Managers, is second to none.

Allister Nalder
Agency Licensee, AREINZ

Gordon Webb will commence as Summit Group Sales Manager, becoming the primary point of contact for the management team. Gordon brings extensive experience from years at the coal face of real estate and will act as a trusted advisor to managers across the region.  

His focus will be on supporting managers with marketing strategies, negotiation scenarios, multi-offer and providing guidance on how to navigate a wide range of real-world situations. His practical insight and experienced perspective will help ensure our salespeople are well-equipped to deliver strong outcomes for our clients. 

Gordon’s role is designed to further strengthen day-to-day operational support for the sales team. He will also provide an important link between the sales environment and Summit’s Realty Services in marketing, training and operating systems ensuring they are aligned with what truly benefits clients and our sales team. 

Gordon has played an integral role in shaping Summit’s culture, fostering inter-office collaboration and supporting a strong sense of unity across business, after many years of managing the Summit groups top office, Gordon looks forward to assisting others further their career.

Callum Gilchrist
Appointed Sales Manager Summit Stoke. Callum Gilchrist appointed Sales Manager Stoke, marking an exciting step forward in his career. Callum joined Summit’s Nelson office in 2019 and quickly established himself as one of the city’s leading names in real estate, despite entering the industry during the unusual Covid period. Within a short time, he achieved both Top Rookie and joined Summit’s Champions group, demonstrating his strong capability and level of service to clients. 

Callum’s development has been shaped by experience across several high-performing teams, learning from respected leaders within the business and gaining valuable insight into different markets and sales environments. Now stepping into a leadership role, he brings energy, local knowledge and a strong commitments to ongoing growth and development. 

At 34 Callum is one of the groups youngest managers for some time; he fully embraces the modern marketing method and the opportunities these create for both clients and colleagues. 

Summit has long encouraged its people to consider future leadership opportunities, including completing management qualifications for those interested in progressing their careers. Callum has completed the REA Branch Manager qualification and looks forward to joining Tim McQuade in managing Summit’s founding office, Stoke.

“Since starting in real estate 6 years ago, I’ve always aimed for a management role. With leadership experience in team environments, I’m excited for this next step. To past and future clients — I’ll still be selling at a high standard, so feel free to say hello in Stoke.”

Glyn Delany
Appointed Branch Manager Summit Richmond. Glyn will join Mandy Springer in leading the Summit groups top office from 1 April. What an incredible amount of experience Glyn has gained since commencing his real estate career with Summit in 2017, over those past 8 years Team Delany has consistently been the regions premier performer. 

He has covered very diverse geographic and sales price range, from modest first homes through to many multi-million dollar sales. Recognised for his ability to not only adjust to changing market conditions but also the highest levels of work ethic and skill. 

Glyn has completed the field experience and qualifications required for Agent Licensee status and holds Associate membership AREINZ. On average over the past few years, Glyn has registered 2 sale agreements weekly and takes a lot of pride and satisfaction from so many happy clients and helping so many purchasers find their new home. 

Glyn has been coaching others in real estate for several years and this new appointment is a continuation of his desire and willingness to do the very best by everyone. 

 “I’m honoured to be Branch Manager of our Richmond office and excited to support the team’s success and growth. 

Thank you to my clients for your continued support. Team Delany will keep delivering the service you deserve.”

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The latest rental market insights released by realestate.co.nz highlight continued stability for property investors across the Top of the South, with Nelson and the surrounding Bays reaching a record high average rental price.

According to the February rental report by Hannah Franklin, the national average asking rent for February 2026 was $629 per week, easing slightly by 1.9% year-on-year. While some areas around the country are seeing minor adjustments, the rental market across Nelson, Tasman, and Marlborough continues to demonstrate resilience.

Across Nelson and the Bays, the average asking rent climbed to a record $610 per week, up from $600 in February 2025 — representing a 1.8% year-on-year increase.

This new record highlights the ongoing strength of the local rental market and reflects the continued demand for quality homes in the Nelson and Tasman region. For landlords, this steady growth signals stable rental returns and a healthy long-term investment environment.

In Marlborough, the average asking rent for February was $558 per week, compared with $568 at the same time last year, a 1.6% year-on-year decrease.

However, the number of new rental listings rose significantly to 55 properties — up 48.6% year-on-year. This increase in supply has provided tenants with more choice and allowed rents to adjust slightly in response to current market conditions.

Overall, the latest data points to a balanced and stable rental market across the Top of the South:

• Nelson & Bays achieving a record high average rent of $610 per week
• Stable rental growth supporting consistent investment returns
• Increased listing activity helping maintain a balanced market
• Ongoing tenant demand across Nelson, Tasman, and Marlborough

For landlords in the region, these trends reinforce the long-term strength of residential property investment, particularly when properties are well presented and professionally managed.

At Summit Property Management, we’re working with landlords across Nelson, Tasman, and Marlborough every day and continue to see strong tenant demand for quality rental homes throughout the region.

If you’d like to understand what your rental property could achieve in the current market, our local property management team would be happy to provide an updated rental appraisal and advice on maximising your investment.

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Article Source: Rental market insights from realestate.co.nz, February 2026 report by Hannah Franklin.