Nick Mills, Wellington, ONZM, for services to basketball
Mr Nick Mills established and has been owner and Chief Executive Officer of the Wellington Saints since 1982. He is known for his contribution to basketball at a local, national and international level over the last 30 years. He has shown a strong commitment to youth-focused community programmes, with the aim of steering young people from the Wellington area into being better people both on and off the court. Mr Mills has kept the profile of basketball in the public domain both regionally and nationally, often financially backing the team from his personal funds.