Mr Paul Toms, of Te Aroha, KSM for services to Fire and Emergency New Zealand and football
Mr Paul Toms has volunteered with Te Aroha Volunteer Fire Brigade since 1981. He trained as a firefighter-driver and has maintained a high callout attendance percentage. He was Brigade Secretary and is currently Treasurer. He served on numerous Brigade committees for special projects and continues to promote fire safety and awareness in local schools. He coached Te Aroha Soccer Club’s first women’s team in the 1980s. After retiring from playing, he became a referee with the local Waikato League and continues to support the club. Mr Toms is Membership Secretary of Te Aroha RSA.