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Derek Benfield's Outstanding Service to Hagley

Mike Fowler —

Derek has been recognised by the NZ School Trustees Association for 24 years of continuous service as a school trustee, including 20 years on the Hagley Board from 1999 to 2019.

Derek stood down from the Hagley Board of Trustees recently, although we continue to benefit from his considerable expertise  as Chair of the Board Finance Committee. His deep knowledge of Hagley, our values and culture is invaluable, particularly when coupled with the professional skills he brings as a chartered accountant.

Derek has also previously served on boards at Christchurch Boys' High,  Papanui High and a North Island primary school while his children attended those schools.