The 1980 Special Honours in New Zealand were two Special Honours Lists, published on 1 August and 24 October, respectively, in which New Zealand's incoming and outgoing governors-general and the outgoing vice-regal consort were honoured.
Order of Saint Michael and Saint George
Knight Grand Cross (GCMG) The Honourable David Stuart Beattie – Governor-General (designate) of New Zealand.
Companion of the Queen's Service Order (QSO) For community service Her Excellency Dame Norma Janet Holyoake .
For public services His Excellency The Right Honourable Sir Keith Jacka Holyoake – Principal Companion of the Queen's Service Order and Governor-General and Commander-in-Chief in and over New Zealand since 1977.
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