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Blog posts in category Feature.

  • High tea for the 50th anniversary of Age Concern Wellington Region

    Category:
    Feature
    Post date:
    Fri 11 Sep 2026
    For 50 years, Age Concern Wellington Region has helped older people across the region stay connected, maintain their independence, and continue living full, engaged lives. Yesterday afternoon, Dame Cindy hosted a high tea at Government House to celebr
  • NZ Kindergartens Centenary Reception

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    Feature
    Post date:
    Thu 10 Sep 2026

    On Tuesday night Their Excellencies hosted the NZ Kindergartens Centenary Reception at Government House.

  • Credentials ceremony 9 September 2026 PM

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    Feature
    Post date:
    Wed 9 Sep 2026
    This afternoon Dame Cindy welcomed four further new heads of mission to Government House in Wellington, receiving their credentials and marking the start of their mandates: HE Ms Kristina Jonek, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of GermanyHE Mr Franç
  • Credentials ceremony 9 September 2026 AM

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    Feature
    Post date:
    Wed 9 Sep 2026
    Throughout the year, the Governor-General welcomes new foreign ambassadors and high commissioners to the country in a ceremony with a distinctively New Zealand character.
  • Koroneihana 2026

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    Feature
    Post date:
    Sat 5 Sep 2026
    Dame Cindy attended the Global Leaders Pōwhiri at Tūrangawaewae as part of this year’s Koroneihana celebrations – marking Her Excellency’s first Koroneihana as Governor-General. At a spectacular gathering bringing together Kīngitanga, iwi, Pacific lea
  • Launch of the Antarctic Heritage Trust Conservation Management Plan

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    Feature
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    Thu 3 Sep 2026
    On Thursday evening, Their Excellencies hosted the launch of the Antarctic Heritage Trust's new conservation management plan.
  • Merchant Navy Day 2026

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    Post date:
    Thu 3 Sep 2026

    This morning, Dr Davies attended the commemoration of Merchant Navy Day at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park.

  • Afternoon tea for Te Pā

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    Post date:
    Tue 18 Aug 2026
    On Friday, Their Excellencies hosted an afternoon tea for staff and supporters of Te Pā at Government House Auckland.
  • Visit to Starkwhite Gallery with General Secretary and President of Viet Nam Tô Lâm

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    Feature
    Post date:
    Tue 18 Aug 2026
    To conclude his time in Aotearoa New Zealand, General Secretary and President of Viet Nam Tô Lâm accompanied Dame Cindy to Starkwhite Gallery in Auckland to view world-renowned photographer Fiona Pardington’s breathtaking new work. Taharaki Skyside wa
  • State visit by the President of Viet Nam

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    Post date:
    Fri 14 Aug 2026

    Dame Cindy was honoured to officially welcome General Secretary and President of Viet Nam Tô Lâm to Government House Auckland yesterday. This is the first state visit to New Zealand by a President of Viet Nam since 2007. 

  • Tree planting at West Lynn Garden

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    Post date:
    Fri 14 Aug 2026
    West Lynn Garden is a beautiful community garden in New Lynn, nurtured by generations of volunteers since it was established in 1981.
  • Wellington Embroiderers' Guild Diamond Jubilee

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    Feature
    Post date:
    Mon 10 Aug 2026
    On Saturday, Their Excellencies hosted an afternoon tea to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee of the Wellington Embroiderers' Guild.
  • The 2026 Icon Awards Whakamana Hiranga

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    Feature
    Post date:
    Fri 7 Aug 2026
    The Icon Awards Whakamana Hiranga are the highest honour bestowed by The Arts Foundation Te Tumu Toi, recognising extraordinary lifetime achievement and lasting contribution to the cultural life of Aotearoa. Last night at Government House Wellington,
  • 2026 Mission to Seafarers Service

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    Feature
    Post date:
    Mon 3 Aug 2026
    On a beautiful winter Wellington Sunday morning, Dame Cindy joined the inaugural Mission to Seafarers service at Old St Pauls. The Mission to Seafarers is an international organisation providing practical, emotional, and spiritual support to seafarers
  • Standards New Zealand Volunteer Recognition Reception

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    Feature
    Post date:
    Thu 30 Jul 2026
    Today at Government House Wellington, Dame Cindy hosted a special lunch to show her appreciation for a group whose vital work goes largely unrecognised.
  • Rural Women New Zealand Centennial Celebration

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    Feature
    Post date:
    Fri 24 Jul 2026
    This morning, Government House Wellington played host to a very special celebration – 100 years of Rural Women New Zealand. Rural Women New Zealand was founded in 1925, initially as a group of farmers’ wives who had gathered in Wellington for the Farm
  • District Court Judges Triennial Conference Dinner

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    Feature
    Post date:
    Thu 23 Jul 2026
    Last night, Dame Cindy and Dr Davies attended the District Court Judges Triennial Conference in Auckland, a national gathering of judges from across Te Kōti ā Rohe o Aotearoa. In her address, the Governor-General reflected on the vocation of judging,
  • Call from the Secretary General of the World Muslim League

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    Feature
    Post date:
    Tue 21 Jul 2026

    This afternoon, Dame Cindy received a call from His Excellency Sheikh Dr Mohammed bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, Secretary-General of the Muslim World League, at Government House in Wellington.

  • Opening night of the Doc Edge Festival

    Category:
    Feature
    Post date:
    Mon 20 Jul 2026
    Documentaries can help to open our minds and hearts to the experiences of others – deepening understanding, fostering empathy, and encouraging us to see the world from new perspectives. Last week, Dame Cindy and Dr Davies attended the opening night of
  • Matariki Reception 2026

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    Feature
    Post date:
    Thu 9 Jul 2026
    Each year, Matariki offers a special opportunity to open Government House and bring people together in the spirit of reflection, connection, and renewal. With an icy Wellington southerly howling outside, Government House was filled with the warmth of
  • Reception for the 40th anniversary of the Homosexual Law Reform

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    Feature
    Post date:
    Wed 8 Jul 2026
    The Homosexual Law Reform Act of 1986 marked a turning point in New Zealand’s history. It followed years of courage, advocacy, and struggle by those who fought for dignity, safety, and equal treatment under the law.
  • Call from the Chief Executive of Royal Society Te Apārangi

    Category:
    Feature
    Post date:
    Tue 7 Jul 2026
    This morning at Government House Wellington, Dame Cindy received a call from Justine Daw, Tumu Whakarae | Chief Executive of Royal Society Te Apārangi. The Royal Society plays an important role in advancing research, scholarship, and the pursuit of kn
  • Credentials ceremony 1 July 2026 PM

    Category:
    Feature
    Post date:
    Wed 1 Jul 2026

    This afternoon Dame Cindy welcomed three further new heads of mission to Government House in Wellington, receiving their credentials and marking the start of their mandates: HE Mr Benedikt Höskuldsson, Ambassador of Iceland; HE Mr Edward Pérez Reyes, Am

  • Credentials ceremony 1 July 2026 AM

    Category:
    Feature
    Post date:
    Wed 1 Jul 2026
    Throughout the year, the Governor-General welcomes new foreign ambassadors and high commissioners to the country in a ceremony with a distinctively New Zealand character.
  • Wellington Region Emergency Management Reception

    Category:
    Feature
    Post date:
    Thu 25 Jun 2026

    On yet another wet and windy evening in Wellington, Dame Cindy hosted a reception to acknowledge all those who have been instrumental in keeping our region safe throughout the recent severe weather events.

  • 125th Anniversary Celebration of Niue Being Part of the Realm of New Zealand

    Category:
    Feature
    Post date:
    Mon 15 Jun 2026

    On Saturday, Dame Cindy joined the Niuean community in Christchurch to mark the 125th anniversary of Niue being part of the realm of New Zealand.

  • Christchurch Club Plaque and Tree Unveiling

    Category:
    Feature
    Post date:
    Sat 13 Jun 2026

    On Saturday afternoon, Dame Cindy and Dr Davies attended a plaque unveiling at the historic Christchurch Club.

  • Launch of Te Korowai o Taonui Charitable Trust

    Category:
    Feature
    Post date:
    Fri 12 Jun 2026

    This evening, Dame Cindy hosted the launch of the Te Korowai o Taonui Charitable Trust at Government House Auckland. The Trust is a new initiative which will support young people as they transition from the Rangatahi Court system.

  • Child Cancer Foundation Life Membership and Star Awards 2026

    Category:
    Feature
    Post date:
    Thu 11 Jun 2026

    Dame Cindy and Dr Davies welcomed the recipients of the Child Cancer Foundation’s Life Membership and Star Awards to Government House Auckland.

  • Investiture ceremony for Sir Trevor Clarke

    Category:
    Feature
    Post date:
    Thu 11 Jun 2026
    Today at Government House Auckland, Dame Cindy hosted a very special investiture ceremony for Sir Trevor Clarke who was knighted for his services to business and tourism.
  • Strengthening Democracy project

    Category:
    Feature
    Post date:
    Tue 9 Jun 2026

    Government House Wellington hummed with energy as Her Excellency hosted a diverse group of high school students from the Strengthening Democracy project.

  • Duke of Edinburgh's Hillary Gold Awards 2026

    Category:
    Feature
    Post date:
    Sat 6 Jun 2026

    Last weekend, Dame Cindy presented 83 recipients with their Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Awards in a very special ceremony at Government House.

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