In all, 178 people have been recognised in this year's King's Birthday Honours.

In all, 178 people have been recognised in this year's King's Birthday Honours.

The New Zealanders honoured this King's Birthday.

The list included honours for a range of well-known people, including political journalist Barry Soper, Student Volunteer Army founder Sam Johnson, and sportspeople, such as…

Two legendary Athens Olympians are among the prominent New Zealand sporting figures recognised in the latest honours list.

There are 178 recipients on the list for honours, with most being recognised for their work in the community.