National honour for land management stalwart Kerry Hudson an email surprise
Land conservator Kerry Hudson has been named a Member of the NZ Order of Merit.
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Birthday bash for Ohakune's carrot
More than 8000 people attended the carnival and birthday celebration in Ohakune.
A bit unseasonal - a warm week for Hawke’s Bay
Napier was the warmest in the country at 10am on Monday.
Government’s Maori Wards bill opposed by Stratford District Council
The bill was described as being 'a double standard' and 'the very definition of racism'.
'Bloody disgrace': Bridge damage angers councillors
'Ratepayers are paying for the negligence of one company.' - Councillor Grant Boyde
'Truly humbled': Jamie Mackay receives King's Birthday Honour
NZME host thought his mates were having him on when he made the Honours list.
Kiwi family-of-five's 20 months of caravan life: 'So much freedom to choose'
'We're taking this opportunity while the kids still think mum and dad are cool.'
Leopards Go Wild
The Leopard Family have spent 20 months on the road living in a caravan and have no plans on stopping. Video / Leopardsgowild: Michael Leopard
A confronting new trend: Pensioners call on charities for food parcels, furniture and blankets
Ian Jones never imagined he'd need to be helping over-65s through winter.
Business leader recognised in King’s Birthday Honours
Bill Holland has been made a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit.
Missioner's late wife would be 'over the moon' about his King's Birthday Honour
Joseph Huta said his late wife and children had been a 'huge support' during his career.
'I feel quite blessed': Dan Allen-Gordon hounoured for services to youth
Allen-Gordon says it’s incredible to be awarded for something he finds a privilege to do.
Victim Support volunteer honoured for making a difference
She volunteers 30 hours a week on top of her fulltime job.
'You don’t treat a picture, you treat a patient': Rotorua doctor honoured for services to radiology and education
Making pictures with ultrasound: Barbara Hochstein recognised in King's Birthday Honours.
Wildlife, community, arts and music stalwarts honoured in the Bay of Plenty and Rotorua
King's Birthday Honours from around Rotorua and the Bay of Plenty.
Oldest living Olympian leaving Whanganui
Reg Douglas moved to Whanganui at the invitation of well-known local rower Alan Tong.
Levin's Noel McCutcheon honoured for services to racing
Noel McCutcheon has been made an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit.
'Great reluctance': Ambulance officer receives KSM, 'embarrassed' to be honoured
Although the KSM honour is positive, Lake said he accepted it with great reluctance.
'Humbling' King's Service Medal for decades of fire service work
Te Puke fire chief recognised for services to Fire & Emergency NZ and the community.
Paekākāriki man honoured for six decades of wildlife conservation work
Dr Murray Williams says he enjoys motivating others to get involved in conservation.
Kāpiti detective honoured for work in NZ Police
'I really get fulfilment from helping people in their darkest hour,' Niall Deehan says.
Waikanae woman honoured with medal for decades of community service
Robin Clarke has been doing work in the community since the 1970s.
Former principal's passion for education and sports recognised
Rex Kerr made a difference in college, community, and rugby circles.
Brass band extraordinaire 'thrilled' with award
Merv Allison has played in brass bands for 82 years.
Waikato community legends gain royal attention
15 locals have received King's Birthday Honours.
Head of MSD in Hawke's Bay says King's Birthday honour is recognition for her team
Karen Bartlett has spent more than 40 years working for the public.
Taihape firefighter honoured for multiple services to community
'I love the community - my family has lived here for five generations.'
Rob Rattenbury: Granddaughters changed our lives
OPINION: Some may say they are spoiled. Well, just a bit.
KSM recipient says honour is for his colleagues, students and family
Ian Campbell says he feels honoured to join the ranks of leaders he admires.
‘We grew all our values from Pōrangahau’: Les Hokianga honoured for his health mahi
Hikoi 4 Life founder Les Hokianga receives a King's Service Medal.
Rural community well represented in King's Birthday Honours
Fans of The Country may also notice a familiar name from the field of broadcasting.
Tram museum medal recipient praises colleagues
Henry Brittain is a key person at the Wellington Tramway Museum.
Stamp of excellence: Kāpiti woman honoured for philatelic contributions
Philately has taken Jeanette Banfield all over the world.
Whanganui rugby: Sixty-strong training group prepares for Heartland season
Steelform Whanganui need to rebuild their propping resources.