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New Year Honours

SouthlandJanuary 14

‘Making things happen’ in sport

A lifelong sporting and community volunteer says he is most proud of what he has made happen, as a whole, and that it carries on.
‘Making things happen’ in sport
‘Making things happen’ in sport
SouthlandJanuary 13

Motorsport star Scott Dixon races way to knighthood

Scott Dixon has raced his way to a knighthood in the latest distinction of an illustrious motorsport career.
Motorsport star Scott Dixon races way to knighthood
Motorsport star Scott Dixon races way to knighthood
CanterburyJanuary 2

Dedication to ‘betterment of community’ recognised

Douglas Brenssell is a community man through and through.
Dedication to ‘betterment of community’ recognised
Dedication to ‘betterment of community’ recognised
QueenstownDecember 30

Enduring impact on Queenstown

Queenstown's visitors and residents today have much to thank Glenorchy’s Richard Kennett for.
Enduring impact on Queenstown
Enduring impact on Queenstown
North OtagoDecember 30

‘Betterment of the community’ not done in hopes of award

Douglas Brenssell is a community man through and through.
‘Betterment of the community’ not done in hopes of award
‘Betterment of the community’ not done in hopes of award
SouthlandDecember 30

Work vital to bird repopulation

Not ones to draw attention to themselves, Tee Trow (Kāi Tahu, Kāti Māmoe, Waitaha, Hapu Rakiura) says New Year Honours for herself and her husband Russel are "overwhelming".
Work vital to bird repopulation
Work vital to bird repopulation
Central OtagoDecember 30

Helping community putting ‘into the bank’

A wide range of organisations in Central Otago and beyond have benefited from Trevor Goudie’s efforts and his dedication has been recognised with a King’s Service Medal.
Helping community putting ‘into the bank’
Helping community putting ‘into the bank’
CanterburyDecember 30

Connection with people the best part

Carol Angland, who actively served her South Canterbury community for more than 50 years, is delighted theatre has been recognised as important for the wellbeing of the community.
Connection with people the best part
Connection with people the best part
Central OtagoDecember 30

Magic just part of contribution

Jonathan Usher is a man of tricks — some old, some new.
Magic just part of contribution
Magic just part of contribution
SouthlandDecember 30

Environmentalist did not fight for nature alone

Ruth Shaw says her King’s Service Medal should be shared with all those who have fought for the environment.
Environmentalist did not fight for nature alone
Environmentalist did not fight for nature alone
SouthlandDecember 30

‘Making things happen’ in sport

A lifelong sporting and community volunteer says he is most proud of what he has made happen, as a whole, and that it carries on.
‘Making things happen’ in sport
‘Making things happen’ in sport
WānakaDecember 30

Revolutionising cancer treatment

When she was younger, Caroline Oliver’s father told her she should not go to university, as she would just end up getting married and having children.
Revolutionising cancer treatment
Revolutionising cancer treatment
QueenstownDecember 30

Most proud of Plunket service

Queenstown woman Ella Wilson says she wanted to cry when she was found out she had been recognised in the New Year Honours list, for her work in the community and theatre.
Most proud of Plunket service
Most proud of Plunket service
DunedinDecember 30

Recognition credited to all who gave time to projects

Graeme Elliot is a humble man, and when he found out about receiving a New Year Honour, the chief emotion felt was "embarrassment".
Recognition credited to all who gave time to projects
Recognition credited to all who gave time to projects
South OtagoDecember 30

Volunteer work made town a ‘destination’

When John Burgess was much, much younger, there was "bugger all" in Owaka.
Volunteer work made town a ‘destination’
Volunteer work made town a ‘destination’
SouthlandDecember 30

Advocacy not about awards: recipient

Legal mind Liz Henry thought she had been scammed when she received the email congratulating her on becoming a recipient of the King’s Service Medal.
Advocacy not about awards: recipient
Advocacy not about awards: recipient
MotorsportDecember 30

Motorsport star Scott Dixon races way to knighthood

Scott Dixon has raced his way to a knighthood in the latest distinction of an illustrious motorsport career.
Motorsport star Scott Dixon races way to knighthood
Motorsport star Scott Dixon races way to knighthood
Central OtagoDecember 30

Influencing both racing and road safety

Talk with Tony Quinn and family, contributing to society and quality public toilets dominate the chat.
Influencing both racing and road safety
Influencing both racing and road safety
DunedinDecember 30

Beating addiction spurred tireless mental health stalwart’s work across NZ

Overcoming addiction in her mid-20s inspired Deb Fraser-Komene to help youth to do the same.
Beating addiction spurred tireless mental health stalwart’s work across NZ
Beating addiction spurred tireless mental health stalwart’s work across NZ
SouthlandDecember 30

Ancestors guide to environmental work

Being made a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit weighs heavily for Gail Thompson (Ngāi Tahu).
Ancestors guide to environmental work
Ancestors guide to environmental work
SouthlandJanuary 8

It’s ‘one of those jobs that has to be done’

PETER DAVID SWAIN KSM Invercargill For services to the community Peter Swain did not have the first clue a King’s Service Medal was coming his way.
It’s ‘one of those jobs that has to be done’
It’s ‘one of those jobs that has to be done’
SouthlandJanuary 8

Fighting for ‘a better system’

Having a chuckle at being honoured by a king whose agencies of the system he has fought all his life was abuse survivor Toni Jarvis’ initial reaction when he heard he had received a King’s Service Medal.
Fighting for ‘a better system’
Fighting for ‘a better system’
SouthlandJanuary 8

A recognition of everyone’s work

Health campaigner Melissa Vining (Ngāi Tahu), who was awarded the Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit (MNZM) in the New Year’s Honours, says she is inspired by the "heroes" in the medical profession.
A recognition of everyone’s work
A recognition of everyone’s work
SouthlandJanuary 8

Helping performing arts sector ‘par for the course’

Michael Buick says he has never really thought about the positive impact he has on others.
Helping performing arts sector ‘par for the course’
Helping performing arts sector ‘par for the course’
SouthlandJanuary 8

Keeping ‘good people around me’ the key

Roy Sloan believes when awards are given out, they are usually based on achievements by a group of people.
Keeping ‘good people around me’ the key
Keeping ‘good people around me’ the key