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At Saturaday morning’s ceremony, former President of the Court of Appeal, The Honourable Sir Mark Cooper KNZM was knighted for his services to the judiciary. The Honourable Ruth Richardson CNZM, Minister of Finance in the fourth National Government, was…

In the final investiture ceremony for this Wellington round, Ms Cath Andersen CNZM was recognised for services to the music industry, having served as Chief Executive of the New Zealand Music Commission since 2000, where she has worked to safeguard the…

This afternoon Dr David McKee CNZM was recognised for his services to New Zealand Sign Language and the Deaf community, which includes his work to establish the first NZSL interpreter training course at AUT, and his role as the first Deaf Lecturer and…

At this morning's investiture ceremony, Dame Catriona Williams was recognised for her advocacy for people with spinal cord injury and her services to equestrian sport. Rear Admiral Jim Gilmour (Rtd), ONZM was acknowledged for his leadership roles in…

E nga rau rangatira mā, e kui mā, e koro mā, e huihui mai nei I tenei waa, tēnei aku mihi māhana ki a koutou. Nau mai, haere mai ra ki Te Whare o te Kawana Tinara o Te Whanganui-a-Tara. Distinguished guests – my very warmest greetings to you all, and…

Emeritus Distinguished Professor Dame Alison Stewart received her Damehood this morning at Government House Wellington in recognition of her outstanding 40-year career as a plant scientist, focusing in particular on sustainable plant protection, soil…

The bravery of five recipients of Royal Humane Society medals was acknowledged by the Governor-General at a presentation at Government House Wellington this afternoon.   Two previous recipients of Royal Humane Society Silver Medals, Tim and Matt Dodge,…

Dr Lesley Rameka and Mr Chris Lewis were among the recipients acknowledged at this afternoon's investiture ceremony at Government House Wellington – Dr Rameka for her pioneering academic work on Māori early learning in New Zealand, and Mr Lewis for his…

Congratulations to the thirteen outstanding New Zealanders who received their Honours insignia at this morning's investiture ceremony at Government House. They included founder of Air Rarotonga Sir Ewan Smith, KNZM, who was knighted for his services to…

Investiture ceremonies began this morning at Government House Wellington, with Dame Julie Chapman receiving her DNZM insignia for services to children and the community. Dame Julie founded the KidsCan Charitable Trust, which for 20 years has worked to…

This afternoon, eleven Honours recipients received their insignia from Dame Cindy at Government House. Prominent food scientist Dr Harjinder Singh, CNZM was recognised for his ground-breaking research, which has been translated into commercial…

E nga rau rangatira mā, e huihui mai nei i tenei raa, tēnei aku mihi mahana ki a koutou. Kia ora mai tātou katoa. I specifically acknowledge:, The Hon Mark Mitchell, , Minister for Sport and Recreation, Desley Simpson, , Deputy Mayor of Auckland, Jason…

Aktive is a charity fostering participation in sport and physical exercise for young people in Auckland. A highlight of today's Aktive reception at Government House Auckland was the opportunity to hear two rangatahi and their whanau speak about their…

E nga rau rangatira mā, e huihui mai nei I tenei raa, tēnei aku mihi mahana ki a koutou. Kia ora mai tātou katoa. I particularly acknowledge Members of the Diplomatic Corps Dana McDiarmid, Chair of the VSA Council Simon Trotter, Council Deputy Chair Kate…

This morning at Government House Wellington, Dame Cindy received the credentials for the following new heads of mission to New Zealand: HE Mr Luis Alfonso Sánchez-Vellisco Sánchez, Ambassador of Spain; HE Mr Mohamed Trabelsi, Ambassador of the Republic of…

Last night Dame Cindy and Dr Davies hosted a special Pacific-themed reception to launch Volunteer Service Abroad’s new five-year strategy. Guests included Members of the Diplomatic Corps, development agencies, and VSA staff and volunteers. Dame Cindy…

He manukura whenua, He manukura tangata The first part He manukura whenua links the people to the land and the land to the people. The second part He manukura tangata literally translates to a leader of people from more well-known figures to community…

A plain English booklet explaining the role of the Governor-General and introducing Dame Cindy Kiro. Suitable for Y7 and older and ESOL students.

A detailed guide to the tours programme at Government House Wellington.