Karate New Zealand President recognised with Order of Merit

Karate New Zealand's President Dennis May has been appointed as a member of the country's Order of Merit.
Karate New Zealand's President Dennis May has been appointed as a member of the country's Order of Merit.
The Federation of International Lacrosse (FIL) has accepted Greece as its 57th member nation.
Anniversary bibs have been presented by the International Ski Federation (FIS) to mark the 50th anniversary of the Alpine World Cup.
Marcel Lacroix has been re-hired by Speed Skating Canada to coach the country's female long track athletes.
Roman Koudelka will head the men's Czech ski jumping team for the 2017-18 season.
The Bhutan Olympic Committee (BOC) has signed a training camp agreement for Tokyo 2020.
Baseball Ireland has announced the formation of the country's first-ever under-18's national team.
Speed Skating Canada has announced that two-time Olympian Anastasia Bucsis will be joining the governing body.
The International Luge Federation (FIL) has announced that sprint World Cup races will be held at the 2017-18 season finale in Sigulda.
Discussions on the courses and finish areas were key at the second Coordination Group meeting for the 2021 International Ski Federation (FIS) Alpine World Championships in Cortina d'Ampezzo.
The International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) has recognised a new move pioneered by American Donnell Whittenburg on the rings.
Both world champions were defeated today as action began at the Professional Squash Association (PSA) World Series Finals in Dubai.
The Paris bid for the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games has been backed by European Parliament officials.
Skate Canada paid tribute to coaches, competitors and officials from across the country at their annual Achievement Awards Gala and Banquet.
Plans to reduce singles matches at the Davis Cup from five to three sets took another step forward after a package of reforms was approved by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) today.