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Earlier in the year, Dame Patsy and Sir David truly enjoyed the opportunity to visit the Aotearoa Art Fair in Auckland. This evening they returned the favour and thanked the “engine room” of people who made the five-day experience a success. The Aotearoa…

Last night Dame Patsy and Sir David hosted staff and supporters of Wellington's City Mission to hear about the Mission's exciting new project, Whakamaru, which will be a community hub in Newtown. When Whakamaru is completed in two years' time, it will…

Dame Patsy formally opened Te Papa's magnificent exhibition of surrealist art from Rotterdam's Museum  Boijmans Van Beuningen. The 180 works include sculpture, film, paintings, drawings, books, and decorative arts by leading surrealists, including…

Image of Dame Patsy being greeted by Australian Governor-General, His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley Australian Governor-General, HE General the Hon David Hurley welcomed Dame Patsy to Canberra as she began a State Visit , the first since…

This morning Dame Patsy received the credentials of new diplomatic envoys to New Zealand: HE Mr Chann Rotana, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Cambodia; HE Ms Satu Mattila-Budich, Ambassador of the Republic of Finland; HE Mr Merzak Belhimeur, Ambassador of…

Dame Patsy and Sir David hosted a dinner this evening to thank some of the many people who have contributed to the new Wellington Children’s Hospital, which is nearing its final stages of completion. The stories of the guests attending showed what a…

On Saturday Dame Patsy travelled to Whangara to present Professor Sir Derek Lardelli with the insignia for his knighthood. The powhiri featured spectacular kapa haka and waiata by hundreds of people, some of whom had travelled from around New Zealand to…

Last night Dame Patsy and Sir David attended celebrations to mark 25 years of tenancy of the Old Government Buildings by Victoria University of Wellington's Law Faculty. Dame Patsy spoke to an audience of eminent alumni, current staff and students,…

Government House was lit up for the return of Matairangi Mahi Toi Artist in Residence Troy Kingi with a preview of his new album "Black Sea, Golden Ladder'. Created during his residency at Government House, the album is a series of songs about the…

Last night Dame Patsy and Sir David hosted Trustees and supporters of Te Papa Foundation for a tour of selected rooms at Government House, focussing on the art, furniture and interior design elements. Te Papa Foundation was established to support Te Papa'…

Dame Patsy hosted a reception to mark Whānau Āwhina Plunket's 114th birthday and International Nurses Day. Dame Patsy helped unveil a portrait of Plunket's wahine toa Mere Harper and Ria Tikini, two midwives who worked closely with Dr Truby-King and were…

Friday afternoon closed the Wellington New Year 2021 investiture ceremonies, with 14 recipients receiving their honours. Celebrated author Elizabeth Knox received a CNZM for services to literature and playwright Victor Roger was awarded an ONZM.…

Professor Dame Cindy Kiro was honoured for services to child wellbeing and education at this morning’s investiture ceremony.  Dame Cindy was Children’s Commissioner and University of Auckland’s Pro-Vice Chancellor (Māori) before becoming the first female…

Congratulations to Sir William Temara, who received the insignia of a KNZM at an investiture ceremony at Government House in Wellington this morning. Other recipients included three term mayor of Lower Hutt Ray Wallace and former cricket international…

13 recipients were honoured at this afternoon’s investiture ceremony, including Dame Karen Poutasi, who has been Director General for the Ministry of Health (1995-2006) and Chief Executive of the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (2006-2020). Mr…

This morning's investiture ceremony saw 14 people receive the insignia of their honour including former Speaker of the House of Representatives The Rt Hon Sir David Carter and All Black Conrad Smith. All images   Image of The Right Honourable Sir David…

Last night Dame Patsy and Sir David hosted a dinner at Government House for Sir Mason Durie, ONZ, who received New Zealand's highest honour, the Order of New Zealand for his contribution to Maori health initiatives, research, governance, academia and…

Dame Patsy recognised the acheivements of 14 notable New Zealanders at an investiture ceremony at Government House in Wellington today. Amongst the recipients televison and graphics animation company founder Sir Ian Taylor and consumer rights champion Sue…

At this afternoon's investiture ceremony, 13 honours recipients were recognised for their outstanding achievements and contributions. They included infectious diseases researcher Professor Stephen Chambers, CNZM; prominent theatre director and educator…

This afternoon began the Wellington investiture ceremonies honouring the New Year 2021 New Zealand Honours recipients. Among those receiving insignia today were environmentalist Sam Judd, who founded Sustainable Coastlines and actor/producer Peter Elliott…

One year ago, traditional ANZAC Day services were replaced by New Zealanders standing at Dawn outside their homes. This year Dame Patsy and Sir David were joined by Chief of Defence AM Kevin Short, Australian High Commissioner HE Patricia Forsythe,…

This morning's National Service to mark Anzac Day at Pukeahu National War Memorial Park was attended by military representatives, members of the Diplomatic Corps and several thousand members of the public. Evocative songs from members of the National…

Ka maumahara tonu tātou kia rātou - We will remember them. We mark tomorrow's Anzac Day commemorations with a message from The Rt Hon Dame Patsy Reddy, Governor-General of New Zealand and His Excellency General the Honourable David Hurley, Governor-…

Acknowledging more notable New Zealanders for their services to Aotearoa - including business supremo Rob Fyfe and former Split Enzer and guitar pedal inventor Paul Crowther. Congratulations to the seven recipients at this morning's ceremony who were…

This afternoon's investiture ceremony brought investiture week in Tāmaki Makaurau to a close. Congratulations to the final seven recipients who received the insignia of their honours for services to neuroscience and education; health; sustainable business…

The Prime Minister’s Chief Science Advisor, Professor Dame Juliet Gerard, received her damehood this morning at Government House Auckland. Dame Juliet was appointed to the role of Chief Science Advisor in 2018, following Sir Peter Gluckman. She is…

Eight more New Zealanders were acknowledged for their achievements at an investiture ceremony at Government House in Auckland this afternoon. They were recognised for services to the judiciary; karate; basketball; Māori and conservation; Pacific dance; …

One of Aotearoa’s most well-known singer/songwriters, Sir Dave Dobbyn, received his knighthood today at this morning’s investiture ceremony. He was recognised for his distinguished career which began in 1979 when he fronted Th’Dudes, DD Smash in the 1980’…

This afternoon New Zealand's State Memorial Service for HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, was held in Wellington's Cathedral of St Paul. Dame Patsy delivered the eulogy and the Prime Minister, The Rt Hon Jacinda Ardern, delivered a reading. Eulogy…

This morning six recipients were honoured at their investiture ceremony in Auckland, as well as the family of one recipient who had sadly. Recipients include Distinguished Professor Marson Conder, for his contributions to mathematics and Afamasaga…

Former Kiwi Ferns captain and three-time New Zealand Rugby League women’s player of the year Honey Hireme was among the recipients receiving their New Zealand honours this afternoon at Government House Auckland. She was joined by six other recipients,…

This afternoon began the Auckland investiture ceremonies celebrating the New Year 2021 New Zealand honours recipients. Seven recipients were honoured today, including Dr Sally-Ann Harbison, for services to forensic science and Rosslyn Noonan, for services…