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To be a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit:, ANAE, Anae Lupematasila Lima Arthur John, For services to the Samoan community Anae Lupematasila Lima Arthur Anae is a successful businessman who has advocated for the wellbeing and rights of Pacific…

Key points, 1 This circular sets out the requirements for central government agencies to estimate and disclose the greenhouse gas (GHG) emission implications and/or impacts on emissions budgets or actions in a current emissions reduction plan, for policy…

Agencies that prepare Cabinet papers are responsible for ensuring that appropriate consultation is undertaken on draft Cabinet papers and other material that is intended for consideration by Cabinet, that other agencies are given reasonable time to…

Once the policy content of a bill has been agreed, and the bill has been drafted, approval must be sought through LEG and Cabinet for the introduction of the bill to the House of Representatives. LEG will examine the bill to ensure that its policy content…

Papers that are submitted to Cabinet or committee seeking authorisation for the submission of secondary legislation to the Executive Council must follow the format set out below. Each heading must appear in the paper (write "not applicable" if the heading…

Impact analysis, within the context of preparing Cabinet material, is a process of defining the policy or operational problem that needs to be addressed, identifying policy objectives, and the full range of feasible options for addressing that problem.…

Introduction, 1 This circular sets out the Government’s expectations for good law-making to ensure responsible regulation. 2 Responsible regulation can help governments to achieve their desired economic, environmental and social outcomes, support the…

Cabinet Office circulars which have been superseded or cancelled over the last 20 years are listed here. They are available from the Cabinet Office on request - please quote the reference number and title. Older circulars are also available from the…

Responsibilities include oversight of the Public Service system, ensuring the work of the Public Service aligns with overall government priorities, machinery of government matters, integrity and conduct, leadership and capability development (including…

Responsibilities relate to universities, polytechnics, and vocational education and training. Includes responsibility for research funding, student loans and allowances, tertiary education fees, Wānanga, foundation and community education, and Private…

The Schedule of Responsibilities Delegated to Associate Ministers provides a summary list of the responsibilities that portfolio Ministers have delegated to Associate Ministers. This page will be updated from time to time to reflect any substantive…

ADAMS, Emeritus Professor Peter Vaughan, To be a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit, For services to music and music education. Emeritus Professor Peter Adams is an educator and composer who has been a musical director of several music groups for…

COLLIER, Dr Reuben Tuwhakahekeao, MNZM, To be a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit, For services to Māori and education. Dr Reuben Collier (Horouta, Mātaatua, Te Arawa, Tainui) was appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit in 2017 for…

HASSALL, Mrs Susan Jean, ONZM, JP, To be a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit, For services to education. Mrs Susan Hassall was appointed an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit in 2021 for her services to education and has since…

BAKER, Dr Paul Andrew, To be a Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit, For services to health. Associate Professor Paul Baker is New Zealand’s leading authority on airway management, who has shaped clinical practice nationally and…

ALDERSLADE, Mr Douglas Seymour (Doug), To be an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit, For services to the racing industry. Mr Doug Alderslade has made an enduring contribution to the racing industry in Auckland and New Zealand. Mr Alderslade has been…

DAVISON, The Honourable Paul Joseph, KC, To be a Companion of the King’s Service Order, For services to public service and the law. The Honourable Paul Davison was a Judge of the High Court from 2015 to 2023 and has been involved with several high-profile…

ABUEL-GUDA, Mrs Agnes, JP, The King’s Service Medal, For services to the Filipino community. Mrs Agnes Abuel-Guda has supported various community initiatives in Canterbury since 2008, been active with the South Island’s Filipino community and held offices…

HEMMINGS, Professor Alan Dudley, The New Zealand Antarctic Medal, For services to Antarctic law and environmental protection. Professor Alan Hemmings is an internationally recognised scholar who has contributed to Antarctic science, policy and…

ALLEN, Warrant Officer Class 2 Robert James (Rob), The New Zealand Distinguished Service Decoration, For services to the New Zealand Defence Force. Warrant Officer Class 2 Rob Allen was seconded to the Vanuatu Mobile Force (VMF) as the Foreman of Works in…

Nominations History Information for recipients Insignia, Nominations, To nominate someone for The New Zealand Antarctic Medal, see ‘ The New Zealand Antarctic Medal: Nomination guidelines ’. You will need to complete a nomination form ., Eligibility, The…

The New Zealand Order of Merit, The King has been pleased, on the occasion of the celebration of His Majesty’s Birthday, to make the following appointments to The New Zealand Order of Merit:, DNZM, To be Dames Companion of the said Order: Mrs Susan Jean…

Introduction, This page provides general information about the matters Ministers, departments and other state sector agencies should consider in an election year. It also describes the process of forming and appointing a government following an election,…

Responsibilities include oversight of the GCSB and NZSIS, and the role and functions of the Minister under the Intelligence and Security Act 2017, including responsibilities relating to cyber-security operation and matters relating to the National Cyber…

Details of the Ministerial List as at 7 April 2026 are set out in the attached file. , Notes:, all Ministers are members of the Executive Council portfolios are listed in the left-hand column. Other responsibilities assigned by the Prime Minister are…

Proactive release of information about management of ministerial conflicts of interest, 1 July to 31 December 2025,   1 The table below is a summary of certain actions taken by Ministers to manage actual and potential conflicts of interest during the…

Ministerial Conflicts of Interest, Cabinet Office processes, Information on the management of ministerial conflicts of interest is set out at paragraphs 2.59-2.83 of the Cabinet Manual 2023: Conduct, public duty, and personal interests: Ministers'…

History Structure of the Order The King’s Service Medal Royal warrants Insignia, On 3 May 2024, the Queen's Service Order was renamed the King's Service Order., History, The Queen’s Service Order (QSO) was instituted by Royal Warrant dated 13 March 1975…

Introduction, 1 As announced by the Prime Minister on 21 January 2026, the 2026 general election is to be held on, 7 November 2026, . The "pre-election period" is generally regarded as being the three months before a general election. The pre-election…

To be a Dame Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit:, DANESH-MEYER, Professor Helen Victoria, CNZM, For services to ophthalmology Professor Helen Danesh-Meyer is New Zealand’s pre-eminent authority, and an internationally recognised leader in the…

To be a Knight Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit:, DIXON, Mr Scott Ronald Glyndwr, CNZM, For services to motorsport Mr Scott Dixon is New Zealand’s most successful modern motorsport champion and has continued to compete since his appointment as…

To be a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit:, BARCLAY, Mr Gregor John (Greg), For services to sports governance Mr Greg Barclay has held influential roles in sports administration and governance since the 2000s and was the Independent Chairperson…