McKenzie Centre was established in 1982 with donations from McKenzie Education Foundation and the Telethon Trust. The original building was provided by Ministry of Education. The aims of the Centre are to provide quality early intervention for children with special needs, and support and guidance for their families.
Sir Roy Mckenzie was Patron for McKenzie Centre for many years from 1984 until his death in 2007, since then his wife became our Patron. Lady Shirley wrote a letter to acknowledge our 25th anniversary
"Please convey my congratulations on your anniversary. Roy would have been so delighted that you have achieved so much over these years since you first started.
With all good wishes from the McKenzie family in your future- long may you continue with the good work."
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
McKenzie Centre is a Registered Charitable Trust. The Governance role at the Centre is undertaken by the Trust which is made up of volunteers from the community and parents with children currently attending the Centre. The Trust welcomes family/whanau comments and recommendations, so you are involved in decision making regarding our service. Meetings are held monthly and minutes are posted on our notice board in the family/whanau room. The day to day running of the Centre is the responsibility of the Centre Director.