Year 13 students Hannah Quince (above left) and Shannon Hoole were presented with the prestigious Queen’s Guide Award by the Governor General, Dame Patsy Reddy, at a ceremony in Auckland on July 9.
The award is the culmination of a range of tasks the girls have completed in the fields of service, skills and leadership since they joined Rangers in Year 9. Among their efforts have been organising expeditions, helping other Girl Guide units, learning about other cultures and attending training camps. Hannah has served on an advisory group focusing on the organisation’s future strategy.
Hannah was also selected to give a speech thanking Dame Patsy on behalf of all Guides and Rangers receiving awards.
The girls aim to continue with the Girl Guides’ Connect programme for tertiary-age students next year.