Mr David Fane, ONZM, of Auckland, for services to the performing arts
David Fane has acted in many key productions strengthening the Pacific voice in New Zealand, including ‘Fresh off the Boat’, ‘Niu Sila’, ‘Dawn Raids’, ‘Sons’ and ‘A Frigate Bird Sings’, also working as a writer or director on several of these works. He is a driving force of the Naked Samoans, a nationally and internationally successful acting company focused on satirical comedy. He has featured in iconic television series and films including ‘Outrageous Fortune’, ‘What Now’, ‘Bro’Town’, ‘The Tattooist’, ‘Eagle vs Shark’ and the ‘Sione’s Wedding’ films. He has also expanded his profile internationally in a range of Australian and United States productions. Mr Fane has sought to extend possibilities for Pacific performing artists and has worked to create accessible experiences and pathways for the next generation of creatives.