Appointment in Wellington

It is an exciting day for us all today as we head to Government House in Wellington for Karyn's investiture with her MNZM (Member of New Zealand Order of Merit) honour.

Karyn was awarded the honour in the 2014 Queen's New Year Honours' List for services to the community, to the Arts and to racing.

The ceremony begins at 10.00am and is conducted by New Zealand's Governor General His Excellency Lt Gen The Rt Hon Sir Jerry Mateparae.

We feel very proud of Karyn and she thanks you for all the incredible messages and kind words that you have sent her.

"Our friends and owners have been simply amazing in their support - I cannot thank everyone enough for their kindness.  This honour is not about me - it is a reflection of the many people and organisations with whom I have been privileged to serve and work over many years.

"This honour is something I will treasure for all my life and it means a great deal to me and to everyone who shares it with me - and there are many!"