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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

15 Feb 2019
Mentioned in Despatches Awards in Auckland and Wellington
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15 Feb 2019
2019 Auckland Lantern Festival
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6 Feb 2019
Bledisloe Waitangi Day Garden Reception 2019
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6 Feb 2019
Onuku Marae - Waitangi Day 2019
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5 Feb 2019
2019 Beat Retreat at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds
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5 Feb 2019
Lunch for the Diplomatic Corps in Russell
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Bledisloe Garden Reception Information

Received an invite to this year's Bledisloe Garden Reception and have a query? Here's all the information you need.

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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