PROFESSOR RICHARD DOUGLAS, MNZM '75

Richard started at Auckland Grammar School in 1975, and was an A stream student. He was a Prefect in 1979 and was named joint Dux of the School, and he was the recipient of both the O'Sullivan and Churchill Scholarships. Richard completed a Bachelor of Science, majoring in Human Biology, and his MBChB degree from the University of Auckland, before spending three years undertaking doctoral research towards his Doctor of Medicine degree. After passing the Membership of the Royal Colleges of Physicians (UK) examinations, Richard completed training back in Auckland before completing a fellowship in Clinical Immunology and Allergy at the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne. He then held the role of Clinical Director of the Clinical Immunology and Clinical Immunology and Allergy Service at Auckland Hospital. He subsequently trained as an ORL surgeon, becoming a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2005. He then completed a fellowship in rhinology and skull base surgery in Adelaide before returning to Auckland. With a passion for research and teaching and teaching, Richard has authored more than 200 academic publications with particular interests including the role of bacteria in the pathogenesis of chronic rhinosinusitis and improving healing after sinus surgery. In addition to his work as an Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) surgeon at Auckland Hospital, Richard founded the Tarāpunga Charitable Trust, which donated a mobile ENT clinic to improve access to specialist healthcare for remote communities across Northland.

JONATHAN MOSES '75

Jonathan's tenure at the School started in 1975, where he started in 3B before finishing in 7A. He was heavily involved in sports including Cricket and Rugby, playing throughout his five years. His masters described him as a "cheerful, friendly and mature student, who had good working habits." Jonathan is a New Zealand District Court judge with a legal career spanning 40 years. He was admitted to the bar in 1985. His broader legal career has spanned community law, criminal justice, and international legal systems. Prior to his appointment as a District Court Judge, Jonathan was a prosecutor for the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda, spending nine years in Tanzania holding accountable those most responsible for the genocide in the country. Jonathan is the first and - thus far - only New Zealander to have led the case against someone charged with genocide. Jonathan has built a reputation over the years for steady judicial leadership. He went on to hold the senior position of Executive Judge at the Manukau District Court, one of the busiest courts in New Zealand, a role that placed him at the center of one of the country's highest-volume judicial operations. Jonathan was named New Zealand's first-ever chief community magistrate in May 2026, a newly created position designed to oversee the training, quality, and consistency of community magistrates across the country. It cements his place as a pioneering figure in this area of New Zealand's justice system.

JOHN SPARLING, MNZM '51

John started at Auckland Grammar School in 1951 and quickly established himself as one of the School's outstanding cricketers, representing the 1st XI and earning recognition as one of New Zealand's most promising young all-rounders. His performances at Grammar laid the foundation for an exceptional cricket career, with the School acknowledging his achievements as he progressed to representative and international honours. In his final year in 1955, John was captain of three sports concurrently (Athletics, Cricket and Rugby), was Head Prefect and was named Best All-Round Boy. Following his time at Auckland Grammar School, John enjoyed a distinguished first-class and international cricket career. He represented New Zealand in 11 Test matches between 1958 and 1964 and captained Auckland for nine consecutive seasons, leading the province to two Plunket Shield titles. Renowned as a skilful off-spinning all-rounder and respected leader, he remained deeply involved in the game long after his playing days, serving as a selector, administrator, mentor and Patron of Auckland Cricket. Despite his achievements beyond the School, John has remained a proud and active Old Boy. He has continued to support School cricket, attend various events and Old Boys reunions, and has maintained strong ties with the Grammar community. His lifelong commitment to excellence, sportsmanship and service reflects the values that have long defined Auckland Grammar School. In the 2026 King's Birthday Honours, John was appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) for services to cricket. The honour recognised more than 60 years of outstanding contribution to the game as a player, captain, administrator and advocate. His appointment was warmly celebrated by Auckland Cricket and the wider sporting community, acknowledging a lifetime of leadership and dedication that has inspired generations of cricketers.