Faumuinā became a household name in the 1990s, winning silver at the 1994 Commonwealth Games then gold at the 1997 World Athletics Championships.

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

Faumuinā became a household name in the 1990s, winning silver at the 1994 Commonwealth Games then gold at the 1997 World Athletics Championships.

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

Eleven New Zealand women in sport receive King’s Birthday honours in 2026.