Former Councillor and Mayor Brian Hanna was acknowledged for 15 years service to Waitomo District Council yesterday.

Former and current Councillors and staff gathered in the Council Chambers for a special ceremony to celebrate Brian’s commitment and dedication to public service through his roles at Council.

Councillors and staff spoke of Brian’s devotion to the community and his positive leadership, particularly during challenging times and when difficult decisions needed to be made.

Brian put the Waitomo District on the map nationally and internationally through his work and his contributions have been extensive and immense.

Highlights of Brian’s tenure was working with youth, and he said he wouldn’t be where he was today without his number one supporter, his wife Andrea.

Waitomo District Council thanks Brian and Andrea for their service to Council and the community.