Ms Suzy Cato, of Auckland, ONZM for services to music, television and education
Ms Suzy Cato became a household name in the early 1990s as the host of children’s television show “You and Me”. This was followed by “Suzy’s World” and other television projects. She has released several children’s books and albums dedicated to children’s music. She frequently participates in community events, educational workshops, and charity initiatives to promote children’s literacy and well-being. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she produced online content including storytelling, science experiments and musical activities for children. She has volunteered her expertise to the New Zealand Book Council, Storylines Children’s Literature Charitable Trust, and MENZA. She is Ambassador of the SPCA and Pink Shirt Day. Ms Cato is a founding member and Chair of Kiwi Kids Music Trust, and is a key organiser of the New Zealand Children’s Music Awards.