Mr Leigh Hopper, of Whitianga, MNZM, for services to property development and philanthropy
Mr Leigh Hopper is Managing Director of Hopper Developments. While developing unique high-amenity residential communities with integrated commercial and retail services, including retirement villages, his developments focus on the long-term public and private good that they will bring. Through this work he has donated land or supported the building of a range of public facilities such as sports fields, concert parks, boat ramps, marinas, and beaches. Some of the developments built by Hoppers include residential canals with high public and private waterfront amenity. Mr Hopper sponsored the Mercury Bay Area School’s aircraft build programme and is a regular contributor and supporter of local charities and events.