David Steele

David Steele, of Waimauku, received the Insignia of a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to local body affairs and the community.  Mr Steele was a Rodney District Councillor for 33 years until 2007 and was the Deputy Mayor for six years.  He represented the Council on the Regional Civil Defence Emergency Management Group and the Kaipara Harbour Authority.  He also developed and enhanced the Council's relationship with Ngāti Whatua.  He was active in the education sector for 28 years until 1999, including being a member of the Auckland Education Board, the Albany Outdoor Education Centre, Kaipara College Board of Govenors, and the Woodhill School Committee.  Mr Steele has been an active member of the New Zealand Road Carriers Association and Federated Farmers.