Mr Bruce Thompson, of Ohakune, QSM, for services to Fire and Emergency New Zealand and the community
Bruce Thompson has been a member of Ohakune Volunteer Fire Brigade for 55 years, including many years as Treasurer and Secretary.
He is currently Clothing Manager and provides a meal following every training night. He fundraised for a water tanker to cover the non-reticulated community of Rangataua, and for motor vehicle extrication cutting equipment for the Brigade.
He operated the Ohakune movie theatre, organising film screenings for community and fundraising events.
Mr Thompson was Councillor and Deputy Mayor for the Ohakune Borough Council, Councillor of Waimarino District and Ruapehu District Council, and a member of Waimarino Waiouru Community Board.