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.
![Image of Sir Paul Adams, of Tauranga, KNZM, for services to philanthropy and the community](/sites/default/files/styles/scale_width_full_column/public/2019-09/01%20%20Sir%20Paul%20Adams.jpg?itok=2NBlVCZb)
![Image of Dame Patsy and Sir David with all the recipients](/sites/default/files/styles/scale_width_full_column/public/2019-09/17%20Sept%2019%20PM.jpg?itok=FdC5Lsh2)