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Nau Mai, Haere Mai. Welcome.

This website outlines the role and functions of the Governor-General, Her Excellency The Rt Hon Dame Patsy Reddy. It also contains news and events involving the Governor-General, and provides information about visiting Government House.

Latest from the Governor-General

27 Jun 2019
Credentials Ceremony 27 June 2019
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24 Jun 2019
New Zealand Youth Awards 2019
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24 Jun 2019
Invitations closed for June, July, August and September
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20 Jun 2019
Order of St John Investiture Ceremony, 16 June 2019
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19 Jun 2019
Red Cross "Taste of Cultures" dinner
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15 Jun 2019
Reception for Wellington Sexual Abuse HELP! Foundation
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New Zealand Royal Honours and Investitures

The Governor-General, on behalf of the Queen, holds investiture ceremonies for New Zealand Royal Honours.

Information for recipients

Find out more about the honours system

View the latest investiture ceremony videos

Get to know Dame Patsy

Book a tour of Government House Wellington

Our Visitor Centre runs free, guided tours for individuals, groups and schools.

Bookings are required.

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