mary anne reidy mbe (1880–1977) was a new zealand civilian and military nurse, community leader. she was born in county clare, ireland in 1880. reidy served as a nurse for the new zealand military from january 1916 to december 1918. the next 26 years of her life were spent attempting to preserve the hospital at kawhia and ensuring the welfare of returned soldiers. she became a widely respected figure in her community. reidy died on 17 january 1977.