Edward Wong
Edward Wong, of Avondale, received the Queen's Service Medal for services to martial arts. Mr Wong has been involved in martial arts in the Mt Albert community for more than 25 years. He was instrumental in the establishment of different forms of martial arts including Tai-Chi Chuan and the Hokushin style of Iai-Do. He has established strong relationships with overseas instructors, organised international workshops and training opportunities, and demonstrated martial arts techniques in schools. In 2006, Mr Wong was awarded the Orangi Kaupapa Trust Award for his work in the Mt Albert community.