Vaimoana MasePasifika Editor·NZ Herald·31 May, 2026 05:00 PM5 mins to readKing’s Birthday Honours recipients include (left to right) David Ellis, Dr Paul Baker, Beatrice Faumuinā, Elizabeth Rata, James Chapman, Dr Shanthi Selvakumar, Barry Soper, Dr Reuben Tuwhakahekeao Collier, Filomena Loheni and Peter Boshier. Beatrice Faumuinā Photo / Brett PhibbsSome of New Zealand’s most respected doctors, educators, entrepreneurs and community leaders have been recognised in this year’s King’s Birthday Honours list.Ninety-five men and 83 women make up the list, honouring 178 people for work in their respective fields.
Among the names are Commonwealth Games discus gold medallist
