Pursuant to section 100 of the Senior Courts Act 2016, Her Excellency the Governor‑General of New Zealand, in the name and on behalf of His Majesty The King, has been pleased to appoint

Michele Marina Wilkinson-Smith, Barrister and Solicitor of Whanganui

a Judge of the High Court commencing on 1 February 2024.

Dated at Wellington this 25th day of January 2024.

Hon JUDITH COLLINS kc, Attorney-General.