Mr Brian Dobson, QSM of Matata, for services to the New Zealand Fire Service and rugby.
Mr Dobson is Chief Fire Officer of the Matata Volunteer Fire Brigade. He previously served as Secretary/Treasurer. He has attended numerous callouts, assisted with local rescue efforts, and overseen the response to severe slips in Matata. He secured funding for a new van and medical equipment for the brigade. He has been President of the Central North Island Sub Association. He formed the first Matata Brigade competition team to run United Fire Brigade Association events and reintroduced waterway competition teams. Mr Dobson is President of the Matata Rugby Club and previously served as Treasurer, Club Captain and Senior Team coach.