Mr Ross McQueen, MNZM, of Rangiora, for services to the community
Ross McQueen has been coaching students from Rangiora High School and Kaiapoi High School in small-bore shooting since 1974. He has held various positions in the Rangiora Smallbore Rifle Club, including Secretary for 26 years. As mentor and coach, he has guided 20 teams to the National Secondary Championships. He is a Range Officer for the Smallbore Championships. His involvement with the Christchurch City Mission began in 1976, as a member of several sub-committees.Mr McQueen has been integral in decision making of property development for the Mission, and has helped guide the build of the residential services department, men’s night shelter, day programmes, food bank and administration buildings.