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The New Zealand Royal Honours system provides a way for New Zealand to thank and congratulate people who have served their communities and to recognise people’s achievements.

Twice a year New Zealand Royal Honours lists roll in to celebrate extraordinary Kiwis and their achievements. The Herald explains how are they chosen and who...

EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: Prince Andrew might sigh with relief that he doesnt feature in the forthcoming final segments of The Crown, which concludes ten years before the Virginia Giuffre allegations.

Made from almost 8 pounds of gold and some 6,426 diamonds, a new coin honoring the life of Queen Elizabeth II may be “among the most valuable coins of all time.”

Unveiled ahead of the first anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s death, the one-off coin was made from almost 8 pounds of gold and 6,426 diamonds.

Made from almost 8 pounds of gold and some 6,426 diamonds, a new coin honoring the life of Queen Elizabeth II may be “among the most valuable coins of all time.”

EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: King Charles, who has succeeded his mother as patron, has broken with tradition and failed to appoint his son William as its chairman.

Assuming US police would guard them in California, Harry and Meghan found, to their cost, that the American Security Services rarely indulge in frivolities.

EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: Now the gong boffins are preparing Charless Coronation Honours List. Working in the Honours Unit was once regarded as a cushy number.

EPHRAIM HARDCASTLE: If Liz Truss had opted for a general election, King Charles could have refused her request.