To be an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit: HARDY, Mr Kirk Brian

Jun 3, 2025 | Content by TDDA

A proud moment for TDDA and our industry.

We’re thrilled to share that Kirk Hardy, Founder and Director of The Drug Detection Agency (TDDA), has been awarded a King’s Birthday Honour for services to drug abuse prevention and education.

This national recognition is a powerful acknowledgment of Kirk’s decades-long commitment to building safer workplaces and communities through education, advocacy, and innovation in drug detection.

From founding TDDA in 2005 to becoming a respected voice in drug prevention both here and abroad, Kirk has always led with purpose, integrity, and a clear mission—to reduce harm and make a difference.

Congratulations, Kirk. Your impact is real, and this honour is so well deserved.

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