Mrs Wendy van Delden, QSM, of Paraparaumu, for services to music
Wendy van Delden was a foundation member of the Waikanae Music Society (WMS) and has been Concert Manager since 1981. She has organised around eight concerts annually for audiences of 200 to 300. She helped establish the Waikanae Music Society Charitable Trust for Young Musicians and continues to run it. She hosts a monthly radio programme on Coast Access Radio. She has taught piano and theory, with many students going on to musical careers. Mrs van Delden is a member of the Manawatu Rose Society and has been a regular exhibitor and judge at rose shows.