Mr John Inger, of Morrinsville, MNZM, for services to education
John Inger has been Principal of Morrinsville College since 1997. He has established an agribusiness focus at the college in response to community needs. He has coached the Northland Secondary Schools’ Rugby Team, First XV rugby teams, and First XI cricket teams. He has directed school drama productions and is known for his direct involvement with school events. During annual year-group camps, he has placed perceived ‘at-risk’ students in his group so he can provide mentoring and encouragement. He has developed relationships with whānau and local iwi to provide support for Māori students. Mr Inger helped to form a Morrinsville Community of Learning Group, incorporating 11 schools.