Mr Gary Whittle, of Auckland, MNZM for services to rugby league
Mr Gary Whittle has been involved with rugby league for more than 65 years. He was appointed as the timekeeper for Warriors games in New Zealand in 1995, beginning as a volunteer, and has since been timekeeper for more than 500 games. He is a Life Member of Auckland Rugby League, chairs its Judicial Committee, and was the League’s ground announcer at Carlaw Park. He is a Life Member of the Auckland Rugby League Referees Association, where he has served on a range of committees, including the annual Gold Medal Awards. Mr Whittle is a Director of the Rugby League Museum Society and chaired Auckland Police Rugby League.