Peter is former Chief Executive of the Hillary Commission and New Zealand Golf. As Chairman of the NZCT Board, he is committed to representing the rights of venue operators to politicians and regulatory authorities. He has a keen interest in the role local government plays in supporting the community. Peter is currently the Director of Pateke Lagoons Ltd and Peter Dale Management Services. He is chair of the Sports Turf ITO, a consultant to SPARC and he is a member of the Waikanae Golf Club, Waikanae Boating Club and QE2 National Trust.