Shayne CurrieNZME Editor-at-Large·NZ Herald·31 May, 2026 05:00 PM4 mins to read‌Newstalk ZB political correspondent Barry Soper has been named in the King's Birthday Honours. Photo / Dean PurcellNewstalk ZB political correspondent Barry Soper has been named in the King's Birthday Honours. Photo / Dean PurcellA baby, a book, and now a badge of honour.Broadcaster Barry Soper’s big 18 months just became bigger – with a King’s Birthday honour.He has today been named an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit (ONZM) for services to journalism.

Soper’s honour recognises the 43 years