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  • The Governor-General
    • Biography of The Rt Hon Dame Cindy Kiro, GNZM, QSO
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    • The Governor-General's blog
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        • The Reserve Powers
        • The Royal prerogative of mercy
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        • New Zealand Royal Honours
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    • Conditions of Appointment
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      • New Zealand's Governor-General - an historical perspective
      • Former Governors-General
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      • Hosting the Governor-General
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  • Visitor Guide - Government House Wellington

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    Government House is the official residence of the Governor- General, the representative of the Queen of New Zealand. It was designed in the office of the Government Architect, John Campbell, the designer of Parliament Buildings, principally by his…
  • Timeline of use of Government House

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    A timeline of use of Kaipapa/Government House Wellington.
  • Inspirational New Zealanders

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    Document date: 24 Oct 2024
    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…
  • Olympics 2024 Message HMK to NZ GG

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    Document date: 13 Aug 2024
    Part of HM King Charles III sends a message to the New Zealand Olympic Team
    His Majesty King Charles III sends a message to the New Zealand Olympic Team.
  • Visit to New Zealand - an original song by HE Mrs Linda Hurley

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    This song was written and performed by Her Excellency Mrs Linda Hurley at a reception at Government House Auckland, during the state visit of His Excellency Gen Hon David Hurley.
  • The Governor-General and her part in the election process

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  • The Governor-General and the Election

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    The Governor-General signs the Proclamation dissolving Parliament. This is an official document signed by the Governor-General stating that Parliament will finish until after the election. She also states a date that the new Parliament must convene (meet…
  • Inspirational New Zealanders - He Manukura Whenua, He Manukura Tangata

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    Part of Inspirational New Zealanders - He Manukura Whenua, He Manukura Tangata
    He manukura whenua, He manukura tangata Exploring the New Zealand Royal Honours system and recipients Inspirational Kiwis Manukura What is New Zealand’s highest honour? On Waitangi Day 1987 the Order of New Zealand became New Zealand’s most senior honour…
  • Inspirational New Zealanders - He manu kura whenua, He manu kura tangata

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    He manukura whenua, He manukura tangata Exploring the New Zealand Royal Honours system and recipients Inspirational Kiwis Manukura What is New Zealand’s highest honour? On Waitangi Day 1987 the Order of New Zealand became New Zealand’s most senior honour…
  • Mateparae Armorial Bearings

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    Part of Armorial Bearings - Sir Jerry Mateparae
    THE ARMORIAL BEARINGS OF LIEUTENANT-GENERAL THE RIGHT HONOURABLE SIR JERRY (JEREMIAH) MATEPARAE, G.N.Z.M., Q.S.O., K.St.J., Governor-General of New Zealand 31 August 2011 - 31 August 2016 The design of the Armorial Bearings alludes to Sir Jerry Mateparae’…
  • New Zealand's Message to HM The Queen on the occasion of the Platinum Jubilee

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    Rt Hon Jacinda Ardern's message to HM Queen Elizabeth II on the occasion of the Platinum Jubilee.
  • Drug Trafficking

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    The Parliament of the Commonwealth of Australia ROYAL COMMISSION TO INQUIRE INTO CERTAIN MATTERS RELATED TO DRUG TRAFFICKING New Zealand March 1983 Presented and ordered to be printed 3/ May /983 Parliamentary Paper No. 186/1983 REPORT OF THE ROYAL…
  • Govt House activity book y5-8 A5 booklet version

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    Activity Book | Pukapuka mahi The Governor-General and Government House Te Kāwana Tianara ō Aotearoa me Te Whare ō te Kāwana 22 Government House is the home of the Governor-General of Aotearoa New Zealand The Governor-General is the New Zealand…
  • Govt House activity book y5-8 A4 version

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    Activity Book | Pukapuka mahi The Governor-General and Government House Te Kāwana Tianara ō Aotearoa me Te Whare ō te Kāwana 22 Government House is the home of the Governor-General of Aotearoa New Zealand The Governor-General is the New Zealand…
  • Government House Visitor Centre Primary School Activity Book

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    Activity Book | Pukapuka mahi The Governor-General and Government House Te Kāwana Tianara ō Aotearoa me Te Whare ō te Kāwana 22 Government House is the home of the Governor-General of Aotearoa New Zealand The Governor-General is the New Zealand…
  • New Zealand's Governor-General: Representing our Queen and our country

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    An educational resource for Years 6-9. New draft released 2019
  • Representing our Queen and Country

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    Visitor Centre resource for years 6-9
  • Message from HM Queen Elizabeth II

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    Message to HM Queen Elizabeth II to the people of New Zealand during the nationwide lockdown
  • Message from HM Queen Elizabeth - Waitangi Day

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    Part of Message from HM The Queen on Waitangi Day
    BUCKINGHAM PALACE on the occasion ofthe One Hundred and Eightieth Anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi, I send my warm good wishes to the people of Aotearoa New Zealand. In 1990, when I j oined the 1 50th commemorations at Waitangi, I…
  • Message from HM Queen Elizabeth II - Erebus 40th Anniversary

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    Part of HM Queen Elizabeth - Message for Erebus 40th Anniversary
    BUCKINGHAM PALACE Her Excellency the Governor-General of New Zealand. Please convey my deepest sympathies to the families and friends of all those who lost their lives as a result of the Erebus Accident, together with everyone gathered today at Government…
  • Dame Patsy Reddy role booklet

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    A booklet describing the role of Governor-General, the history and significance of Government House and background information on Dame Patsy Reddy
  • The Role of the Governor-General

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    Educational resource used for school tours by the Visitor Centre
  • Governor of New South Wales

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    Part of Message from the Governor of New South Wales
  • Message from HM The Queen

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    Part of Message from HM The Queen
    I have been deeply saddened by the appalling events in Christchurch today. Prince Philip and I send our condolences to the families and friends of those who have lost their lives. I also pay tribute to the emergency services and volunteers who are…
  • Government House visitors' guide

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    A colour guide to Government House. Updated June 2017.
  • Graphic organiser for inquiry learning

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    Graphic organisers for inquiry learning Government House, Wellington, official residence of the Governor-General of New Zealand A: KWL chart What I know about… What I want to know about… What I have learned about… G o ve rn o r- G e n e ra l G o ve rn m e…
  • Message from Prince Charles

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    Part of Earthquake Memorial Service
  • Royal Humane Society of New Zealand silver medals 2012 - citations

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    Part of Award ceremony to recognise civilian bravery
    Lt Gen The Rt Hon Sir Jerry Mateparae GNZM, QSO Governor-General of New Zealand Royal Humane Society of New Zealand Investiture Ceremony Government House, Wellington Wednesday, 19 September 2012 2:00 p.m TO RECEIVE THE ROYAL HUMANE SOCIETY OF NEW ZEALAND…
  • School%20visit%20booking%20form

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    Government House School Visit Booking Form Thank you for inquiring about a booking at Government House Wellington. There is no charge to book a visit. Please fill out this form and send it to [email protected] The Visitor Centre team will contact…
  • >>Read Boots' biography here

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    Part of Boots the Cat - The Biography
  • >>Download a brochure here

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    Part of The Governor-General's Anzac of the Year Award 2016
    Every year, the Governor- General of New Zealand, in partnership with the RSA, seeks out a New Zealander who lives life in a way that embodies the Anzac spirit. The Governor-General’s Anzac of the Year Award looks to honour someone whose achievements…
  • HE Ban Ki-moon

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    Part of Waitangi Celebrations 2012
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