Today, Dame Cindy presented Honours recipients with insignia recognising outstanding achievements and service. Eminent author Emeritus Professor Sir Vincent O'Sullivan received the accolade when he was re-designated from a DCNZM to a KNZM. Recipients were also recognised for their services to science, health, victims of family and sexual violence, the legal profession, conservation, Māori, inclusive education, the community and philanthropy.
![Professor Vincent O'Sullivan, KNZM, of Wellington, for services to literature](/sites/default/files/styles/scale_width_full_column/public/2022-05/1Sullivan.jpg?itok=utD8qt8Q)
You can find more images from the ceremony here.