This morning in beautiful autumnal Christchurch, Dame Cindy hosted the first of two investiture ceremonies, presenting insignia to recipients of Royal New Zealand Honours. Among those acknowledged was Dr Vanessa Beavis, who received the insignia of a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for her many years of services to anaesthesia. Dr Hafsa Ahmed was also acknowledged for her services to ethnic communities and women, including through her support of the Muslim community following the 2019 Christchurch terror attacks. Very warmest congratulations to all recipients.
You can find more images from the ceremony in the image gallery.