Mr Richard Craig, of Kaikōura, KSM for services to the Coastguard
Mr Richard Craig has been a member of Coastguard Kaikōura since 1987, making him the longest-serving volunteer in the organisation’s history. He served as President and is now the unit's Safety Coordinator. He remains active as a skipper, crew member, and Board member. In 2010, he was acknowledged by New Zealand Search and Rescue for his involvement in a daring rescue.
Mr Craig has been actively involved in the Kaikōura Marine Guardians, Kaikōura Boating Club, Ministry of Primary Industries South Island Recreational Fishing Forum, Kaikōura Salmon Enhancement Society and Te Korowai o Te Tai ō Marokura