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The Government House Wellington art collection is considerable. Ranging from contemporary New Zealand art to colonial art. We have Māori and Pacific artists, local Wellington artists, even Dutch masters. There are beautiful examples of colonial furniture…

The Government House Wellington art collection is considerable. Ranging from contemporary New Zealand art to colonial art. We have Māori and Pacific artists, local Wellington artists, even Dutch masters. There are beautiful examples of colonial furniture…

The Governor-General and her part in the election process The Governor-General has an important part to play in the stages of the election process. Remember that these are not political actions - she is not a politician. The things the Governor-General…

Teachers who are planning a visit to Government House may wish to use the following resource to help prepare their trip: Visiting Government House. A social script for a student on a class visit - We can supply this social script in word format, so you…

The system of vice-regal patronage in New Zealand follows the tradition of royal patronage established in the United Kingdom, although the practices of granting Royal Warrants and Royal Charters has not been continued here. This is the list of patronages…

Dame Cindy addressing the congregation   Organisations seeking vice-regal patronage must apply to the Governor-General, with patronage normally lasting for the duration of the Governor-General’s term of office. Organisations seeking vice-regal patronage…

On Saturday, Dame Cindy joined the Niuean community in Christchurch to mark the 125 th anniversary of Niue being part of the realm of New Zealand. This constitutional relationship has been the foundation of the strong friendship shared between Niue and…

Fakaalofa lahi atu kia mutolu oti – my warmest Pacific greetings to you all. I thank you for the warm welcome extended to me today. It is a privilege to be included in your celebrations. I would like to begin by specifically acknowledging:, The Honourable…

On Saturday afternoon, Dame Cindy and Dr Davies attended a plaque unveiling at the historic Christchurch Club. Club members planted a scarlet oak to commemorate the coronation of King Charles III and Queen Camilla, in tribute to His Majesty’s lifelong…

E nga rau rangatira ma, E kui mā, e koro mā, e Huihui mai nei I tenei ra, tēnei aku mihi nui ki a koutou. Kia ora tātou katoa. I would like to begin by acknowledging Tim Rookes, President of the Christchurch Club, for the warm welcome here today. I am…

E ngā rau rangatira mā, e kui mā, e koro mā, e huihui mai nei i tēnei wā, tēnei aku mihi māhana ki a koutou. Nau mai, haere mai rā ki Te Whare o te Kāwana Tianara o Tāmaki Makaurau. I would like to begin by specifically acknowledging:, Judge James…

This evening, Dame Cindy hosted the launch of the Te Korowai o Taonui Charitable Trust at Government House Auckland. The Trust is a new initiative which will support young people as they transition from the Rangatahi Court system. Te Korowai o Taonui’s…

Today at Government House Auckland, Dame Cindy hosted a very special investiture ceremony for Sir Trevor Clarke who was knighted for his services to business and tourism. Sir Trevor has spent 60 years in the Cook Islands and held a variety of roles,…

E kui mā, e koro mā, e huihui nei, tēnei aku mihi nui ki a koutou. Kia ora tātou katoa. I’d like to specifically acknowledge: Monica Briggs – Chief Executive of the Child Cancer Foundation; Jim Boult – Patron of the Child Cancer Foundation; Dan Walker -…

Dame Cindy and Dr Davies welcomed the recipients of the Child Cancer Foundation’s Life Membership and Star Awards to Government House Auckland. These awards recognise individuals who go above and beyond in support of the Foundation’s mission, helping…

E nga rau rangatahi mā, e huihui mai nei i tēnei wā, tēnei aku mihi māhana ki a koutou. Nau mai, haere mai rā ki Te Whare o te Kawana Tinara o Te Whanganui-a-Tara. I wish to begin by acknowledging Mr Peter Cullen, founder of the Strengthening Democracy…

Government House Wellington hummed with energy as Her Excellency hosted a diverse group of high school students from the Strengthening Democracy project. Around 70% of colleges in the Wellington area are taking part this project which educates young…

Tours take around 90 minutes and include the Visitor Centre, the main house and the garden (weather permitting). Tours explore the history of the house and the Governor-General’s role. Tours are free but places must be booked in advance. If you have any…

E nga rau rangatira mā, e kui mā, e koro mā, e huihui mai nei I tenei wā, tēnei aku mihi māhana ki a koutou. He mihi nui ki a koutou ngā rangatahi i tēnei rā. Nau mai, haere mai ra ki Te Whare o te Kawana Tinara o Te Whanganui-a-Tara. I would like to…

E nga rau rangatira mā, e kui mā, e koro mā, e huihui mai nei I tenei wā, tēnei aku mihi māhana ki a koutou. He mihi nui ki a koutou ngā rangatahi i tēnei rā. Nau mai, haere mai ra ki Te Whare o te Kawana Tinara o Te Whanganui-a-Tara. I would like to…

Last weekend, Dame Cindy presented 83 recipients with their Gold Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Awards in a very special ceremony at Government House. The Governor-General’s involvement in this ceremony has long been a tradition, with the first Kiwi…

Tours take around 90 minutes and include the Visitor Centre, the main house and the garden (weather permitting). Tours explore the history of the house and the Governor-General’s role. Tours are free but places must be booked in advance. If you have any…

Tours take around 90 minutes and include the Visitor Centre, the main house and the garden (weather permitting). Tours explore the history of the house and the Governor-General’s role. Tours are free but places must be booked in advance. If you have any…

Tours take around 90 minutes This tour will be led by our garden =team and will not enter the house. It is a specifically garden-focussed tour. Tours are free but places must be booked in advance. Dress for the weather. We aim to run the tour regardless…

E ngā rau rangatira mā, e kui mā, e koro mā, e huihui mai nei i tēnei wā, tēnei aku mihi māhana ki a koutou. Nau mai, haere mai rā ki Te Whare o te Kawana Tinara o Te Whanganui-a-Tara. I wish to begin by specifically acknowledging: Lorna Ingram,…