Fashion designer Kate Sylvester received an ONZM at Government House Auckland this morning. Ms Sylvester co-founded her eponymous fashion label in 1993, which expanded to be sold in stores worldwide.
Also among those recognised was Anne Fitisemanu, who received an MNZM for services to business. Mrs Fitisemanu was Chief Executive of TupuToa, an organisation that supports the growth and development of Māori and Pacific business leaders.
For more photos, click here: Investiture Ceremony 23 May AM Media Gallery.