The Taranaki Daily News Person of the Year, Nigel Ogle, has been a fan of history since his school days when he often carried old things around with him.
South Taranaki Mayor Ross Dunlop says said he has known Ogle for a long time and remembers those days at Hawera High School well.
"He's always loved history and as a high school student he used to carry a suitcase full of interesting historical items around, like musket balls and that sort of thing."
When the news of Mr Ogle's achievement was broken to Mr Dunlop yesterday he was all praise for the man who created Tawhiti Museum.
"He's turned his passion for history into the nation's best private museum," he said.
"This is true recognition for a talented and creative person."
Mr Ogle's contribution to South Taranaki was also noted by Mr Dunlop. "Nigel's family have lived and worked for many generations in South Taranaki and it makes all of us very proud to see him receive this award."
BLANTON SMITH - Taranaki Daily News
Last updated 05:00 01/01/2011
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