Margaret Vickers with her award and the Olive Craig Tray.
Margaret Vickers with her award and the Olive Craig Tray.
Margaret Vickers is excellent.
That's official now, as she was formally enrolled as a Member of Excellence of Rural Women New Zealand last year.
Margaret's years of service to the organisation were recognised when she was enrolled as a Member of Honour and presented with the Olive Craig Tray inrecognition of her dedication and commitment.
Only two women received this honour in 2019, and Margaret says it is still only just sinking in as to quite how special the honour is.
"I still can't quite believe it. I have always enjoyed what I do, and it really is an honour to be recognised like this and presented with the tray."
Ruth Keller, who was president of the Midhirst branch of Rural Women when Margaret first joined in 1968, said once Margaret got involved, she never looked back and is a loyal, dedicated member.
"I am well aware of the service she has given to not only our organisation, but to the wider Stratford community through concepts she initiated and led."
Margaret's talents as a floral artist were also praised, as was the way she constantly puts herself "on the line" to ensure everything she does is thought out and actioned in the appropriate manner.
Margaret's achievements and award were recognised in December last year, when members of the local Rural Women's group presented her with flowers amid a loud round of applause.