Jacinda Ardern Instagram – One of the great privileges of this job is the honours process – the chance to see up close those who represent the very best of us. Once again the Queen’s Birthday list is full of amazing people, amongst them are the likes of Dame Silvia Cartwright and Sir Tipene O’Regan who join the Order of New Zealand. Amongst our new Dames are two I’ve had the privilege of seeing in action, and their tireless work in the service of others – Dr Judy McGregor and Judge Carolyn Henwood. This years list also includes Anna Osborne and Sonya Rockhouse, who have been tireless in their campaign for better workplace health and safety protections for all New Zealanders, all while dealing with their own personal loss at Pike River. There are many, many others who deserve mention, but I’ll let the list speak for itself!