Assistant principal Amanda Chisnall, year 6 pupil Ben Dowdle and William McGrath from Specsavers. Photo: SuppliedA Christchurch school pupil has been recognised in New Zealand’s first-ever Fred Hollows Humanity Awards. Ben Dowdle from Mairehau Primary School pupil was presented with his award certificate at a school assembly. A spokeswoman from the Fred Hollows Foundation said the humanity in Ben and other pupils who took out awards was “deeply evident”. Said assistant principal Amanda Chisnall, who nominated Ben for the award: “Ben is a kind and caring pupil who goes out of his way to help others.”“Nothing is ever an issue for Ben.

Source: Otago Daily Times December 12, 2019 21:22 UTC