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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…

Dame Patsy hosted a reception for patronage organisation Sister Cities New Zealand, as they celebrated 40 years of global connection and diversity. There are close to 160 sister city relationships currently active in New Zealand, encompassing cities and…

Last night Dame Patsy and Sir David hosted Public Sector leaders, including Chief Executives of Government Ministries, Departments and agencies. She thanked them for their responsiveness over a particularly challenging year. Speech transcript

Dame Patsy received the credentials of the new diplomatic envoys from Thailand and Turkey at Government House in Wellington. The Guard of Honour and Maori Cultural Group were supplied by the Royal New Zealand Navy.  The Royal New Zealand Airforce Band…

Today Dame Patsy and Sir David travelled to Manaia Marae on the Coromandel Peninsula, where Dame Patsy conferred the insignia of a knighthood on Justice Sir Joe Williams, the first Maori to be appointed as a judge in the Supreme Court. Hundreds of people…

Following on from the successful Auckland event, it was Government House Wellington's turn to host members of Sweet Louise for morning tea this week. Sweet Louise is a charitable organisation who help people with incurable breast cancer live as long as…

This morning, Dame Patsy had the privilege to welcome members to Government House Auckland for a special morning tea (extra special for one member, as it was her birthday!) Sweet Louise is a charitable organisation, with the main aim of helping people…

Dame Patsy took the Royal Salute and inspected the Guard of Honour at a Beat Retreat and Sunset Ceremony commemorating 175 years of the New Zealand Army at Pukeahu National War Memorial in Wellington this evening. The New Zealand Army Band performed music…

Dame Patsy broke out the McNeil tartan to attend the New Zealand Pipe Band Championships in Hastings this afternoon. Accompanied by the Mayor of Hastings Sandra Hazlehurst, Dame Patsy and Sir David watched the finals of the mace flourishing - always…

Today New Zealanders who served in Jayforce were honoured at their first National Commemoration at Pukeahu, and subsequently at an afternoon tea at Government House. Jayforce personnel served in the occupying forces in post-war Japan, and today marks 75…

This morning the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Rt Hon Trevor Mallard came to Government House to present the Address in Reply. The Address in Reply is the House's thanks to the Governor-General for delivering the Government's legislative…

This afternoon Dame Patsy and Sir David hosted an afternoon tea for the member organisations of Community Networks Wellington who worked tirelesly to support others during the Covid-19 pandemic.  The member organisations encompass more than 400…

The core role of the New Zealand Police in ensuring people are safe and feel safe is built on a core set of values: Professionalism Respect Integrity Commitment to Māori and the Treaty Empathy and Valuing Diversity. Today's afternoon tea acknowledged the…

This afternoon a National Remembrance Service - Ko Tātou, Tātou, We Are One - was held in Christchurch to honour those killed and injured in the Christchurch mosque terror attack two years ago. Speaking alongside Dame Patsy, PM Jacinda Ardern and…