Hilda Pipes, of Auckland, QSM, for services to the community
Hilda Pipes has led a weekly craft group at St Mary’s Church, Northcote, since 1980. The group has participants of all ages and is valued for providing community and friendship. Many members knit woollen clothing for the neonatal unit at Auckland City Hospital. Items are also provided to groups including De Paul House, St Vincent De Paul, and Pregnancy Help. Mrs Pipes procures resources, and provides guidance and technical support with the crafts taught, including knitting, embroidery, and sewing. New members are made to feel welcome, and the group also supports conversational English for new immigrants