Opera singer Dame Kiri Te Kanawa and New Zealand Cross recipient Jacinda Amey say they feel honoured to be invited to attend the Queen's funeral.
As part of New Zealand's delegation for the event they will both sit inside Westminster Abbey to commemorate the late monarch.
Members of the public pay their respects as they pass the coffin of Queen Elizabeth II as it Lies in State inside Westminster Hall, at the Palace of Westminster in London. Photo: ODD ANDERSEN
Reporter Jake McKee spoke exclusively with Dame Kiri and Ms Amey about their role in a historic ceremony.