Congratulations to everybody recognised for their service at this afternoon's investiture ceremony at Government House in Wellington.
Sir Paul Adams received the insignia of a Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit for services to philanthropy and the community while others were recognised for their contributions to local government; rehabilitative programmes; mental health and addiction services; Māori art, the Catholic Church; softball; children and State; theology; Māori and education; music; theatre; Scouting; athletics; family support and health and the community.