Heads of State

King Charles III

King Charles III

King Charles III succeeded his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, as New Zealand's head of state in 2022. more...

Queen Elizabeth II

Queen Elizabeth II

In 2022 Queen Elizabeth celebrated 70 years as New Zealand's monarch. In this time both the Queen and the country changed considerably. more...

History of the Governor-General

History of the Governor-General

Explore the history of New Zealand's evolving office of Governor-General. more...

Governors and Governors-General

Governors and Governors-General

How was a Governor-General headhunted? And what sorts of people were picked to be our governors and Governors-General? more...

Notes for My Successor

Notes for My Successor

How were new Governors-General to learn about climate, customs and culture? A sheaf of frank tips set out what the Queen's representative could expect of the job. more...

Viceregal visiting

Viceregal visiting

Travelling is a vital part of the Governor-General's routine activities. more...

Empire Day

Empire Day

Now almost forgotten, Empire Day was marked with parades, flag salutes and stirring speeches. Established in 1903, the day commemorated the long reign of Queen Victoria. more...