For the final Wellington New Year 2025 investiture ceremony, thirteen recipients were welcomed to Government House this afternoon. Among them was Megan Tamati-Quennell, who received a CNZM for services to Māori and First Nations art, Professor Louise Parr-Brownlie, receiving an MNZM for services to neuroscience, and Sharon Stevens-Cottle, receiving an MNZM for services to dance and theatre. Also recognised was Debra Sorensen, who received a ONZM for services to Pacific Health. She is CEO of Pasifika Medical Association Group, has supported Pacific disaster relief work, and is also the CEO of the Super Rugby Franchise Moana Pasifika.
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