Andrew Dellaca, of Christchurch, MNZM, for services to children and sports governance
As Chairman of the Board, Kerry Dellaca oversaw the rebuilding of the Chomondeley Children’s Centre following the Christchurch earthquakes and led a fundraising campaign that saw the $6 million facility delivered debt-free. He has held a number of roles with the Buller Cricket Association. He was Chief Financial Officer for Cricket New Zealand and General Manager of domestic cricket. He is a past Chairman and Executive member of the Canterbury Cricket Association and was the inaugural Chairman of Christchurch Metro Cricket. Mr Dellaca has had governance involvement with the Buller Basketball Association, Westport Golf Club, and Banks Peninsula Trotting Club and was Chairman of Westport South School Board of Trustees.