Dame Cindy and Mr Allan Stowers, of Auckland, MNZM for services to the Samoan community
Allan Stowers is a volunteer with the Samoa Victim Support Group (SVSG). He co-founded the Auckland SVSG, which then generated several sub-groups. He has supported the Carmelite Nuns of Samoa through fundraising efforts. He started the Lilomaiava Development Project, creating employment opportunities for youth in Samoa while fulfilling the needs of New Zealand businesses for seasonal workers. He was a founding member of the 13 Days of Christmas for the Congregational Christian Church Mangere East (EFKS Puaseisei), uniting different religious denominations and youth. He has been instrumental in fundraising activities for church groups, schools and sports teams. Mr Stowers supports and mentors young Samoan entrepreneurs within Auckland.