Former Kiwi Ferns captain and three-time New Zealand Rugby League women’s player of the year Honey Hireme was among the recipients receiving their New Zealand honours this afternoon at Government House Auckland.
She was joined by six other recipients, including Bishop of Te Tai Tokerau The Rt Rev Te Kītohi Pikaahu. At age 37 when he was appointed in 2002, he held the distinction of being the youngest bishop in the global Anglican community.
Former Green Party Member of Parliament Keith Locke also received an honour for services to human rights advocacy.
