Complaints prompt investigation into Yachting NZ

The Sport Integrity Commission has launched an investigation into Yachting NZ following a raft of cultural, athlete welfare, and conduct complaints.

The commission, Te Kahu Raunui, informed complainants on Friday that it was satisfied that there “appears to be a threat to integrity, and that opening an investigation is in the public interest”. In a statement to RNZ released shortly after, the agency’s chief executive Rebecca Rolls confirmed the move.

“The Commission can confirm that we are initiating an investigation into Yachting NZ. This investigation will allow us to determine whether the allegations can be substantiated,” said Rolls. “We cannot comment further at this time about the nature of the complaints.” – Full report