About Us
Advice built on experience — focused on protecting what matters most
For over 30 years, we’ve helped individuals and families understand their financial protection and ensure their insurance is designed to support them when life takes an unexpected turn.
Doing things differently
Insurance advice without the sales approach
Insurance shouldn’t be sold like a product. It should be structured around what will actually protect you and your family.
With decades of experience — including supporting clients through real claims — we focus on advice that stands up in real situations, not just on paper.
That means:
- Clear, detailed explanations
- Customised advice based on your situation
- Ongoing reviews as your life changes
- Support when you actually need to make a claim
Meet Our Team
A team with a genuine heart in protecting your life
Eugene van Heerden
Director
Eugene van Heerden is a Financial Adviser (FSP210166) providing advice on behalf of Network Financial Services Limited, a fully licensed Financial Advice Provider (FAP658971). He founded the company in 2012 and has since grown it into a respected provider of insurance advice.
With over 40 years of experience in the insurance industry across New Zealand and South Africa, Eugene brings extensive knowledge and a strong clientfocused approach to his work. Eugene brings deep industry knowledge and a practical understanding of the challenges individuals and families face when planning for their financial future.
Eugene’s leadership is guided by professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to helping clients make informed financial decisions. His leadership continues to shape Network Financial Services as a trusted, people-centred advisory practice.
Eugene van Heerden is a Financial Adviser (FSP210166) providing advice on behalf of Network Financial Services Limited, a fully licensed Financial Advice Provider (FAP658971). He founded the company in 2012 and has since grown it into a respected provider of insurance advice.
With over 40 years of experience in the insurance industry across New Zealand and South Africa, Eugene brings extensive knowledge and a strong clientfocused approach to his work. Eugene brings deep industry knowledge and a practical understanding of the challenges individuals and families face when planning for their financial future.
Eugene’s leadership is guided by professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to helping clients make informed financial decisions. His leadership continues to shape Network Financial Services as a trusted, people-centred advisory practice.
Marna Breetzke
Insurance Adviser
Marna Breetzke is a Financial Adviser and Project Manager at Network Financial Services in Auckland, providing tailored advice on life, trauma, income protection, and health insurance. Alongside her advisory work, Marna plays a key operational role—managing claims lodgements, updating client records, coordinating documentation, and providing comprehensive administrative support to ensure advisers and clients receive a seamless, efficient service experience.
She joined Network Financial Services in 2022, bringing prior experience in financial services and client advisory work. She also holds a Bachelor of Law (LLB) from the University of Pretoria.
In 2024, Marna was awarded the Paua Scholarship through Fidelity Life’s Career Connect programme, supporting her completion of the Level 5 Certificate in Financial Services.
Warm, knowledgeable, and valuesdriven, Marna is passionate about helping New Zealanders gain clarity and confidence in their financial wellbeing.
Marna Breetzke is a Financial Adviser and Project Manager at Network Financial Services in Auckland, providing tailored advice on life, trauma, income protection, and health insurance. Alongside her advisory work, Marna plays a key operational role—managing claims lodgements, updating client records, coordinating documentation, and providing comprehensive administrative support to ensure advisers and clients receive a seamless, efficient service experience.
She joined Network Financial Services in 2022, bringing prior experience in financial services and client advisory work. She also holds a Bachelor of Law (LLB) from the University of Pretoria.
In 2024, Marna was awarded the Paua Scholarship through Fidelity Life’s Career Connect programme, supporting her completion of the Level 5 Certificate in Financial Services.
Warm, knowledgeable, and valuesdriven, Marna is passionate about helping New Zealanders gain clarity and confidence in their financial wellbeing.