Michael Ryan
Michael Ryan, of Westport, received the Queen's Service Medal, for services to the deep sea fishing industry. Mr Ryan established the Westport Deepsea Fishing School to provide basic training for young people working on commercial fishing vessels. The school provides industry-specific courses with a focus on at-risk youth and it has made a significant contribution to improving the skills of those working in the industry. Mr Ryan ran the school for 10 years and received the New Zealand Seafood Industry Supreme Award for his outstanding contribution.