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Elizabeth "Libby" Fletcher, a long-time advocate for Lake Tarawera, has been awarded a King's Service Medal in the 2026 New Year's Honours.
The recognition follows more than a decade of work in environmental protection, community engagement, and local public service.
Fletcher became chair of the Lake Tarawera Ratepayers' Association in 2013, a role she held until stepping down in 2024.
During her tenure, the association established active volunteer environmental groups and formed Lake Tarawera
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