Pacific contributions to drama, music, education, religion, languages and advocacy have been recognised in this year's Queens Birthday Honours List.
In all, 170 New Zealanders have been awarded honours.
RNZ Pacific spoke to some of this year's recipients.
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Siale Katoa Latu Pasa Faitotonu (L) and colleagues. Photo: Siale Katoa Latu Pasa Faitotonu