Kerry Marshall facts for kids
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Kerry Marshall
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Marshall in 2007
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| Last Mayor of Richmond | |
| In office 1986–1989 |
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| Preceded by | Rob Maling |
| 1st Mayor of Tasman | |
| In office 1989–1998 |
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| Succeeded by | John Hurley |
| 27th Mayor of Nelson | |
| In office 2007–2010 |
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| Preceded by | Paul Matheson |
| Succeeded by | Aldo Miccio |
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Kerry Leigh Francis Marshall
21 May 1940 Richmond, New Zealand |
| Died | 3 March 2020 (aged 79) Nelson, New Zealand |
| Spouse |
Colleen Watson
(m. 1964) |
| Relations | Russell Marshall (brother) |
Kerry Leigh Francis Marshall (born May 21, 1940 – died March 3, 2020) was an important person in local government in the top part of New Zealand's South Island. He was the mayor of three different areas. These areas are called territorial authorities or local councils. He was mayor of Richmond (from 1986 to 1989), Tasman (from 1989 to 1998), and Nelson (from 2007 to 2010).
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Early Life and Education
Kerry Marshall was born in Richmond in 1940. His father, Cedric Marshall, was a baker. Cedric was also involved in groups that worked for better conditions for workers in Nelson.
Kerry went to Nelson College for his schooling. He studied there from 1954 to 1958.
A Career in Local Government
Both Kerry Marshall and his wife were teachers. Kerry worked as a teacher in Canada, Scotland, and Banks Peninsula for a while. He then came back to Nelson in 1980.
In 1982, he became a councillor for the Richmond area. A councillor is someone who helps make decisions for the local community. In 1986, he was elected as the mayor of Richmond.
Leading Tasman and Nelson
After some big changes to local government in 1989, Kerry became the very first mayor of the Tasman District. He served as mayor there for nine years.
He also led a group called Local Government New Zealand. This group helps all the local councils across the country work together. From 2001 to 2005, he worked as a local government commissioner. This meant he helped guide local councils.
In 2007, Kerry Marshall was elected mayor of Nelson. He won against eight other people who wanted the job. He died in Nelson on March 3, 2020.
Other Important Roles
Kerry Marshall had many other important roles. He was the head of the New Zealand Lotteries Commission. This group manages the national lottery. He also chaired the New Zealand Conservation Authority until 2008. This authority helps protect New Zealand's natural places.
He was also involved with many other groups. He chaired the New Zealand Visitor Information Network. He was a member of the New Zealand Geographic Board, which names places. He also led the Greyhound As Pets Trust, which helps retired racing dogs find homes.
Kerry was a trustee for the Cawthron Institute of Science and Technology. This is a famous research centre in Nelson. He also chaired the New Zealand World of Wearable Art Development Trust. This trust supports the amazing World of Wearable Art show. Lastly, he chaired the Tasman Environmental Trust, which works to protect the environment in the Tasman area.
Awards and Recognition
Kerry Marshall received several honours and awards for his hard work.
In 1989, he was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE). This award was for his great service to local government. In 1990, he received the New Zealand 1990 Commemoration Medal.
In 1999, he was given the Sir Jack Newman Award. This award recognised him as Nelson's Outstanding Citizen of the Year. He also received a study award to visit the United States in the same year.
His Family
Kerry Marshall was the brother of another well-known New Zealand politician, Russell Marshall.
Kerry and his brother Russell both married sisters from Nelson. Kerry's wife was Colleen Watson. Colleen Marshall was the head of music at Nelson College for Girls before she retired. She was also recognised for her contributions to the arts. In 2014, she was made a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM).
