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This week marked National Volunteer Week – an opportunity to acknowledge the often unheralded work of volunteers across New Zealand. Last night at Government House Auckland, Dame Cindy hosted an event for Tūao Aotearoa Volunteering New Zealand, in…

Last night at Government House Auckland, Dame Cindy and Dr Davies hosted an event for the QEII National Trust, celebrating 45 years of their work in conservation in New Zealand. The Trust works in partnership with landowners to protect native biodiversity…

On Saturday, Dame Cindy and Dr Davies attended the State Memorial and Concert for former Governor-General, Dame Cath Tizard. Dame Cath was New Zealand’s first female Governor-General, serving from December 1990 - March 1996. Dame Cindy gave a eulogy at…

On this very rainy Auckland morning, Dame Cindy and Dr Davies welcomed the returning Spirit of New Zealand crew back to Princess Wharf. After meeting the rangatahi who had just completed a five-day voyage, Dame Cindy and Dr Davies had a tour of the Spirit…

Established in 2011, Fair Food is a rescue and repurposing organisation that recovers surplus food otherwise bound for the landfill, and creates nourishing meals for West Aucklanders in need. Dame Cindy and Dr Davies visited the team this morning to help…

This afternoon Dame Cindy and Dr Davies hosted the Child Cancer Foundation at Government House Auckland to honour new Life Member Dean Bradley, and Star Tamariki Esme Palmer and Addison Blair. Dean Bradley has been involved in the Child Cancer Foundation…

Today, Dame Cindy and Dr Davies attended the 55th New Zealand Agricultural Fieldays, the largest agricultural event in the southern hemisphere. Dame Cindy spoke at the Primary Leaders Luncheon, before visiting some of the hubs showcasing what’s up and…

This morning Dame Cindy welcomed four new Diplomatic Heads of Mission to New Zealand at a credentials ceremony. Welcome to HE Mrs Kairangi Samuela, High Commissioner for the Cook Islands; HE Mr Reza Nazar Ahari, Ambassador to The Islamic Republic of Iran…

Dame Cindy and Dr Davies returned from an official visit to the Cook Islands yesterday  – Her Excellency’s first to the Cook Islands since taking office. The four-day trip represented an opportunity to acknowledge some of those special connections between…

Dame Cindy and Dr Davies share an interest in the reduction of drug harm in Aotearoa. At last night's reception at Parliament for the New Zealand Drug Foundation Parliamentary Symposium, Dame Cindy thanked clinicians, researchers, harm-reduction…

Sir Ashley Bloomfield was among the eleven recipients receiving their honours this morning at Government House. Sir Ashley was recognised for his role in leading the health sector’s response and management of the COVID-19 pandemic. He became a familiar…

This afternoon, in a very moving ceremony at Government House Wellington, Dame Cindy presented New Zealand Bravery Awards to five extraordinary New Zealanders, for their actions in response to the Whakaari/White Island eruption on 9 December 2019. As the…

This afternoon's ceremony welcomed 10 further recipients to Government House Wellington, including Sir Haare Williams, who received a knighthood for services to Māori, literature, and education. Sir Haare is a champion of te reo Māori, and was a pioneer…

Dame Miranda Harcourt received the insignia of a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit this morning for her immense contributions to the New Zealand screen industry and theatre as an actor, acting coach, producer, director, and writer. A…

Wellington philanthropist Sir Mark Dunajtschik was among 11 recipients honoured at Government House today. Sir Mark received a knighthood for his contributions to the Wellington community, including a substantial donation to help build the newly-opened…

For this afternoon’s investiture, 11 further recipients were honoured for their contributions to Aotearoa New Zealand. Among them was Hayden Wano, who received a QSO for services to Māori health. Mr Wano is CEO of Tui Ora, a Kaupapa Māori health and…

This afternoon 12 recipients further recipients were welcomed to Government House, including record-breaking Black Caps batsman Luteru Ross Taylor. Mr Taylor played 450 international cricket matches from 2006-2022, and has been active in promoting…

This morning’s investiture honoured 11 further recipients, including three-time Rugby World Cup winning Black Ferns captain, Dame Farah Palmer. Dame Farah was honoured for her outstanding contributions to rugby, both on the field and in governance. She is…

The Wellington New Year 2023 investitures began this morning, with eleven recipients honoured for their outstanding contributions to New Zealand. Dame Jan Wright was recognised for her services to the State and the environment. Dame Jan was Parliamentary…

Wellington investiture ceremonies continued this afternoon at Government House, with Dame Cindy presenting insignia to 11 further recipients of Royal New Zealand Honours. Mr Paul Morgan was acknowledged for the instrumental role he has played in…

This morning, on the grounds of Government House Wellington, Dame Cindy planted a young totara as part of He Rā Rākau Tītapu – marking the coronation of King Charles III. This programme – launched in partnership between Trees that Count and the Department…

Dame Cindy with Catherine, Princess of Wales Dame Cindy and Dr Davies have concluded their time in London, where they were part of the New Zealand delegation attending the coronation of HM King Charles III and Queen Camilla at Westminster Abbey. Their…

'Every Anzac Day, we are reminded of the extraordinary courage and selflessness shown by all those who have served their fellow New Zealanders – both at home and abroad. And as we pay our respects this morning, let us also reaffirm our commitment to a…

Today Dame Helen Winkelmann, Chief Justice and Administrator of the Government received the credentials of the following members of the Diplomatic Corps: HE Mr Antonis Sammoutis, High Commissioner for the Republic of Cyprus; HE Mrs Dorothy Hyuha, High…

Olympic and world champion rower Mr Eric Murray was among those acknowledged by Rt Hon Dame Helen Winkelmann at this morning's investiture ceremony at Government House Auckland. Mr Murray, along with Hamish Bond, recorded 69 consecutive wins in the men's…

Dame Helen presented insignia to eight further Royal Honours recipients this afternoon at Government House Auckland. These outstanding New Zealanders were recognised for their contributions across the fields of plant and food research, powerlifting, the…

Among those acknowledged at this morning's investiture ceremony in Auckland was the Honourable Mititaiagimene Vivian, who served as Premier of Niue from 1992 to 1993 and again from 2002 to 2008. During his terms, he oversaw Niue's response to Cyclone Heta…

This afternoon at Government House Auckland, Sir Anand presented insignia to eight further Royal Honours recipients. Professor Helen Danesh-Meyer received the insignia of a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit, for services to ophthalmology, as the…

During this morning's investiture ceremony at Government House Auckland, recipients were acknowledged for their achievements and service across a range of disciplines and causes – from hospitality and education, to literature and equestrian. Among those…

Rt Hon Sir Anand Satyanand presented insignia to seven further recipients of Royal Honours this afternoon at Government House Auckland. Dr Bruce Clarkson received the insignia of an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit, for his outstanding academic…

This morning at Government House Auckland, Rt Hon Sir Anand Satyanand hosted the first of this week's very special investiture ceremonies. Among those receiving their insignia was Professor Emerita Jennie Connor, for her lifetime of work advocating for…

Investiture ceremonies continued this afternoon at Government House Auckland, hosted by Rt Hon Sir Anand Satyanand. Emeritus Professor David Simmons received the insignia of a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit, for his pioneering work on…