2016 Special Honours (New Zealand)

The 2016 Special Honours in New Zealand were two Special Honours Lists, published in New Zealand on 27 June and 24 August 2016. Appointments were made to the New Zealand Order of Merit and the Queen's Service Order to recognise the incoming governor-general, Dame Patsy Reddy, and the outgoing vice-regal consort, Janine, Lady Mateparae.

In addition, a third Special Honours List was published on 1 August, promulgating the 2016 New Zealand bravery awards.

Dame Grand Companion (GNZM)

 * Additional
 * Dame Patricia Lee Reddy – Governor-General Designate

Companion of the Queen's Service Order (QSO)

 * Additional
 * Janine Elizabeth, Lady Mateparae
 * Dame Patricia Lee Reddy – Governor-General Designate