The Norman Ng Trophy (Est. 2021)
Mr Ng of course is one of the Pioneers of Taekwon-Do in New Zealand and opened our first club back in 1970. He remains an enthusiastic supporter of our organisation. Along with the Trophy, Mr Ng has donated shares in a New Zealand Public Company, with a request that the dividends be paid to the new recipient each year. The current ITFNZ awards structure acknowledges achievements in the last 12 months, whereas this award takes a longer term view to a nominee’s dedication. It is a reflection on how they practice the ‘Do’ in their community. |
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| Name | Date Awarded | Background |
| Grand Master Paul McPhail |
5 June 2021 | Grand Master Paul McPhail was awarded the inaugural Norman Ng Trophy on 2021. He was a student of Mr Ng beginning his training in 1975. |
| Mr and Mrs Walton | 20 August 2022 | Mr and Mrs Walton are the backbone of Wellington TKD and two of New Zealand's most respected instructors. |
| Mr Neil Breen | 30 August 2023 | Mr. Neil Breen has served as ITFNZ's database creator and manager since 1990. We extend our immense gratitude to him for his many years of dedicated service to our organisation. |
| Grand Master Evan Davidson | 1 September 2024 | GM Davidson is one of the pioneers of Taekwon-Do in New Zealand having started the Mirimar club in 1975. He is one of our most respected instructors, both locally and internationally. |
| Mrs Shirley Pygott | 24 August 2025 | Mrs Pygott began her Taekwon-Do journey in October 1985 at the Pakuranga Club under the instruction of Grand Master Rounthwaite. In 1991, after moving to the Hibiscus Coast, she and her husband Vince established a new club there. From that point on, Shirley became the driving force behind the administration of all the subsequent clubs they founded and helped with, including Red Beach, Long Bay, Glenfield, Rosmini, Stanmore Bay, Warkworth, and Whangaparaoa. Her most notable achievement is as the lead developer of the Mini-Kids programme, which has become one of ITFNZ’s greatest successes. Thanks to her vision and hard work, many clubs across the country now enjoy thriving memberships of young children. Beyond administration, she has also served on the Board, organised countless events including kids’ camps and tournaments, and managed both regional and national teams. Mrs Pygott is one of our hardest working and most dedicated members. Although she often prefers to fly under the radar, her contributions have been nothing short of vital. Quite simply, without her, many of us would be lost. |
For at least 50 years of training in ITF Taekwon-Do. New award started 2025.
ITFNZ has recognised the efforts of volunteers over many years. We are in a unique position where the early pioneers of the Art in New Zealand are still involved. This was recognised through the establishment of the 50-Year Service Award which were presented for the first time, by Norman Ng. Recipients were Grand Master Evan Davidson, Grand Master Paul McPhail and Mr Michael Lowe (absent). |
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For at least 25 years of training in ITF Taekwon-Do. The recipient receives a plaque.
| Name |
Date Awarded |
Year started Taekwon-Do |
| Mr Norman Ng |
30 April 1995 | 1966 - Malaysia |
| Master Evan Davidson |
24 January 1999 | 1972 - Singapore |
| Mr Michael Lowe |
29 July 2000 | 1974 - Palmerston North |
| Master Paul McPhail |
31 January 1999 | 1975 - Palmerston North |
| Mr Peter Graham | 5 June 2004 | 1979 - Miramar, Wellington |
| Mr Steve Pellow | 22 September 2007 | 1980 - Auckland |
| Master Mahesh Bhana | 26 September 2009 | 1983 - Auckland |
| Master James Rimmer | 26 September 2009 | 1983 - Wellington |
| Mr Lawrence Mantjika | 26 September 2009 | 1984 - Palmerston North |
| Mr Ian Walton | 14 November 2009 | 1984 - Wellington |
| Mrs Lena Walton | 3 July 2010 | 1985 - Wellington |
| Mr Vince Pygott | 3 July 2010 | 1985 - Auckland |
| Mrs Shirley Pygott | 3 July 2010 | 1985 - Auckland |
| Mr Grant Eccles | 20 October 2012 | 1987 - Palmerston North |
| Mr Ian Campbell | 3 November 2012 | 1979 - Hamilton |
| Ms Rose Cherrington | 1 June 2013 | 1985 - Levin |
| Mr Richard Hall | 1 June 2013 | 1974 - Palmerston North |
| Mr Graham Patterson | 1 June 2013 | 1987 - Wellington |
| Dr Jake Pearson | 1 June 2013 | 1987 - Wellington |
| Mr Mark Banicevich | 26 July 2014 | 1989 - Auckland |
| Mr Kane Raukura | 26 July 2014 | 1989 - Auckland |
| Mr Shaun Tolley | 26 July 2014 | 1989 - Auckland |
| Mrs Christine Young-Jasberg | 26 July 2014 | 1985 - Wellington |
| Master Rocky Rounthwaite | 4 July 2015 | 1989 - Palmerston North |
| Mr Brett Kraiger | 4 July 2015 | 1989 - Palmerston North |
| Mr Grant Eccles | 9 July 2016 | 1987 - Palmerston North |
| Mr Darren Ward | 9 July 2016 | 1991 - Wellington |
| Mr Gwyn Brown | 9 July 2016 | 1991 - Tauranga |
| Mr Craig Hannah | 14 July 2018 | 1987 - Tauranga |
| Mr Rene Kunz | 14 July 2018 | 1992 - Wellington |
| Master Matthew Breen | 5 June 2021 (deferred due to Covid) | 1988 - Auckland |
| Mr Lance Brunton | 5 June 2021 (deferred due to Covid) | 1987 - Wellington |
| Mr Robert Ireland | 5 June 2021 (deferred due to Covid) | 1995 - Auckland |
| Mr Kris Herbison | 5 June 2021 (deferred due to Covid) | 1995 - Dunedin |
| Miss Anna Hall | 5 June 2021 (deferred due to Covid) | 1995 - Te Awamutu |
| Mr Carl Robinson | 5 June 2021 (deferred due to Covid) | 1995 - New Plymouth |
| Mr Luke Thompson | 5 June 2021 | 1996 - Auckland |
| Mrs Florinda Petterson | 5 June 2021 | 1996 - Auckland |
| Dr Thu Nguyen | 5 June 2021 | 1996 - Auckland |
| Mr Greg Christie | 5 June 2021 | 1996 - Wellington |
| Mrs Trish Rounthwaite | 21 August 2022 | 1987 - Auckland |
| Mr Dane Canton | 21 August 2022 | 1989 - Palmerston North |
| Mrs Suzzane Patterson | 21 August 2022 | 1996 - Palmerston North |
| Mr Brendan Doogan | 21 August 2022 | 1997 - Auckland |
| Mr Alios Vogt | 21 August 2022 | 1997 - Wellington |
| Dr Lorrane Eade | 21 August 2022 | 1997 - Blenhiem |
Mr John Matsuoka |
30 August 2023 | 1998 - Auckland |
Mr Mathew Davey |
30 August 2023 | 1998 - Auckland |
| Mr Simon Mallinson | 30 August 2023 | 1990 - Te Awamutu |
| Mr Andy Wong | 1 September 2024 | 1999 - Wellington |
| Mr Shane Rogers | 1 September 2024 | 1999 - Wellington |
| Mr Tim Couling | 1 September 2024 | 1996 - Kerikeri |
| Mr Richard Iotua | 1 September 2024 | 1978 - Auckland |
| Mr Glen Harding | 1 September 2024 | 1999 - Tauranga |
| Mr Dean Jenkins | 24 August 2025 | 1999 - Dunedin |
Life Member AwardAward at least 15 years' outstanding service to ITFNZ. The recipient receives a plaque, and doesn't have to pay the annual membership fee to ITFNZ. |
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| Name | Date Recognised | Background |
| Mr Norman Ng |
30 April 1995 | Pioneer of TKD in New Zealand, Instructor of the Palmerston North Branch for 25 years, member of the Grading Sub-Committee, and Past President of ITFNZ. |
| Mr Steve Mulholland |
30 April 1995 | Vice-President of ITFNZ, long time supporter of TKD initially as a parent, then later as an Executive Committee member. |
| Mr Peter Graham |
30 August 1997 | President of ITFNZ from 1982 until 1997. Many years of dedicated work for ITFNZ. |
| Mr Quentin Travis |
30 August 1997 | Secretary of ITFNZ for many years and Instructor of the Pakuranga Branch. |
| Ms Vivienne Holmes |
30 August 1997 | Treasurer of ITFNZ for many years and Instructor of the Mt Albert Branch. |
| Mr Evan Davidson |
29 July 2000 | Past member of the Executive Committee, plus many organising committees and Sub-Committees. |
| Mr Michael Lowe |
29 July 2000 | Instructor since 1978, Executive Committee member since 1984 and key member of the Techniques Sub-Committee. |
| Mr Paul McPhail |
29 July 2000 | Member of the Executive Committee for 10 years, Director of Gradings and Techniques Sub-Committees. |
| Mr Neil Breen |
4 June 2005 | Tournament committee member, Computer Consultant, tournament draws and management, ITFNZ database. |
| Mrs Sue Breen |
4 June 2005 | Counties Manukau Regional Director, Tournament committee member, tournament draws and management, ITFNZ database input. |
| Mrs Shirley Pygott |
4 June 2005 | Kicks for Kids (Taekwon-Do Talk), general administration. |
| Mr Vince Pygott |
4 June 2005 | Secretary of ITFNZ. |
| Master Mahesh Bhana | 20th October 2012 | Long standing senior member and instructor of ITFNZ. Current Board member and senior examiner for our organisation. |
| Master James Rimmer | 3rd November 2012 | Long standing senior member and instructor of ITFNZ. Senior examiner and ITFNZ's premier umpire. |
| Grand Master Rocky Rounthwaite | 24 August 2025 | Long time member and founding member of the ITFNZ Executive committee elected in 1981. |
| Master Lawrence Mantjika | 24 August 2025 | Key member of the Central region in many, many roles over the years. |
| Mr Dennis Burns | 24 August 2025 | Member of the Wellington region and former Board Chairman if ITFNZ. |
The Norman Ng Trophy is awarded to an identified person or club that reflects both the tenets and values of the art and organisation: Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Self-Control and Indomitable Spirit.