The World Taekwondo Headquarters-Kukkiwon has officially recognised Taekwondo New Zealand (TNZ) by the awarding of the prestigious “Kukkiwon Diploma” to TNZ members Peter Shaw, Yorick Neal, Rajesh Narsey, Matt Ransom and Sae Tae Park, "for their self-sacrifice to Taekwondo and for their promotion of Taekwondo Culture” and for their contribution to the ground-breaking formation of Taekwondo New Zealand.

These commendations were personally presented by Great-Grandmaster Hae Man Park, 10th Dan, who representing the Kukkiwon travelled to New Zealand in February from South Korea. TNZ President Grandmaster Tae Kyung Kim was also present at the awarding of the Kukkiwon Diplomas. Receiving the “Kukkiwon Diploma” is a rare honour and is a sign of the Kukkiwon’s recognition and endorsement of TNZ and it’s officials.

Christchurch TNZ recipients pictured with Great-Grandmaster Park, left to right, Grandmaster Kim, Peter Shaw, Great-Grandmaster Park, Yorick Neal.

Auckland TNZ recipients pictured with Great Grandmaster Park, left to right, Rajesh Narsey, Matt Ransom, Great-Grandmaster Park, Grandmaster Kim, Sae Tae Park.