2013 Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year
Dame Anne Salmond
Dame Anne Salmond is a distinguished scholar, writer and environmentalist. Through her books, she tries to bring a greater understanding of the Māori experience and how it shapes us as New Zealanders. She’s also a committed environmentalist who is passionate about bringing Kiwis together to build a better future for our country and our children.
2013 Kiwibank Local Hero
Jim Morunga of Napier
Despite losing his sight at the age of 22, Jim Morunga has a powerful vision for his community. An inspiration for kāpo and disabled Māori, Jim has been instrumental in increasing the use of guide dogs in Māori and Pacific Island communities. He also coordinates the suicide prevention programme Kia Piki te Ora.
About the New Zealander of the Year Awards
The Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year Awards have been running since 2010, recognising the many outstanding Kiwis who really help to make this country great.
Kiwibank is proud to be the principal sponsor of the awards, as well as supporting two of the five categories – New Zealander of the Year and Local Heroes.
If you know an inspirational Kiwi who deserves recognition, nominations for the 2014 awards will open in May.
Full details on the awards and past winners can be found on the New Zealander of the Year Awards website.
The five award categories are:
- Kiwibank New Zealander of the Year;
- Mitre 10 Community of the Year;
- Coca-Cola Amatil Young New Zealander;
- Countdown Senior New Zealander of the Year;
- Kiwibank Local Heroes