Christine Bygrave, of Mangawhai Heads, QSM, for services to the community
Christine Bygrave has been involved with the Mangawhai Historical Society from its early days, when a new museum was conceived. She continues as an active volunteer and Chair of the Board. She is also a trustee of a Pioneer Village project situated next to the museum. She is a member of the Mangawhai Golf Club and was its first female President. She plays the organ for services at the Kaiwaka St Paul’s Church and leads the Mangawhai Singers. She helped to establish the Hakaru Pony Club. Mrs Bygrave was the Chairperson of the Otamatea High School Board of Trustees.