Paul Gay, of Invercargill, QSM, for services to outdoor education
Paul Gay was the convenor and Chairman of the Deep Cove Hostel Committee and Chairman of the Deep Cove Outdoor Education Trust. He has worked tirelessly to further the goals of the Trust and in particular to ensure its financial success and wide uptake of the use of its facilities by schools and educators throughout Southland. The complex, which now houses a marine laboratory and accommodation, has seen approximately 120,000 children, parents and teachers stay and has become an invaluable educational resource. Mr Gay received the title of Honorary Trustee for Life and has continued to provide his support.