Albert Martin

Rev Albert Martin, of New Plymouth, received the Queen's Service Medal on 24 March 2009 for services to Māori.  He has been involved in the Taranaki community for many years.  He is the minister of the Okato Co-operating Parish, serves as the Padre to the New Zealand Army Taranaki Division and as a Chaplin at a number of local rest homes.  He is involved with a number of community activities, including the Mururaupatu Culture Group.  He participates in the Steps Program for youth with alcohol and drug-related problems.  He also works alongside the New Zealand Police, the New Plymouth Prison, the Department of Labour and other organisations in supporting Māori youth.  He was also a representative on the national executive of Māori Wardens.