The Governor-General, The Rt Hon Dame Patsy Reddy is travelling to the United Kingdom today to represent New Zealand at international commemorations marking the 75th anniversary of D-Day.
Kei aku Rangatira o Ngai Tahu Whānui.O tēnei marae ātaahua o Ōtākou.Mihi mai, karanga mai. Tēnā koutou katoa. E koa ana ahau i tā koutou pōwhiri, ki ahau. Kia haramai. Tarere ki whenua uta ai.
“I have been deeply saddened by the appalling events in Christchurch today. Prince Philip and I send our condolences to the families and friends of those who have lost their lives.
On International Women's Day, three women spoke about what the day meant to them. Dr Hiria Hape, who has been a kuia for several Governors-General, spoke about the impact of the contribution of the women in her family history.