Southern Queen's Birthday Honours recipients
CNZM
Owne Poole
Wanaka
For services to the meat industry
Retired red meat sector leader Owen Poole describes his recognition in the Queen's Birthday Honours as a ''rare privilege''.
Queen's Birthday Honours
Wanaka
For services to the meat industry
Good team credited
Domestic violence contributions
Queen's Birthday Honours 2015
New Zealanders from all walks of life, including 18 people associated with the South, have been recognised in this year's Queen's Birthday Honours list.
Leadership and compassion for fellow soldiers
Staff Sergeant Robert Victor Keith McGee, DSD (New Zealand Distinguished Service Decoration) for services to the New Zealand Defence Force.
Brave rescue recognised
Lieutenant Simon Andrew Wasley, DSD (New Zealand Distinguished Service Decoration) for services to the New Zealand Defence Force.
Ex-mayor 'humbled' by honour
Knighthood out of the blue
Sir John proud, grateful
Services to the South