3 mins to read Forbar drops Winton to neutral as Meehan takes leave NZSA boss Oliver Mander says Rich Lister’s departure raises succession issues while also highlighting the importance of having quality directors. Winton’s Ayrburn farm features an annual classic car auction. Brent Melville Fri, 26 Jun 2026 © All content copyright NBR. Do not reproduce in any form without permission, even if you have a paid subscription. Forsyth Barr has downgraded Winton Land from outperform to neutral a day after its founder, chair and
chief executive Chris Meehan announced he was taking leave amid a board-led employment process. The company went into a trading halt late on Wednesday, before announcing yesterday that NBR Rich Want to read more? It’s easy. Choose your subscription Already have an account? Login Smartphone Only Subscription NZ$29.95 / monthly Monthly Premium Online Subscription NZ$49.95 / monthly Smartphone Only Annual Subscription NZ$299.00 / yearly Yearly Premium Online Subscription NZ$499.00 / yearly Premium Group Membership 10 Users NZ$385+GST / monthly $38.5 per user – Pay by
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