Mr Ron Smith, of Methven, QSM, for services to the community and Search and Rescue
Ron Smith joined Methven Land Search and Rescue in 1989 and served in various positions, including as Vice Chairman and Regional Representative. He served on the Management Committee and was nominated to serve as the National Board Member of Land Search and Rescue. He introduced training volunteers as part of the organisation instead of hiring external contractors, which changed the organisation for the better. He has coordinated several search and rescue missions. He is Treasurer and former President of Methven Lions Club. Mr Smith has led Methven Lions’ recent project to build a 12 kilometre walking and cycling track.