2001 Special Honours (New Zealand)

The 2001 Special Honours were a set of New Zealand Royal Honours announced on 13 June 2001. These honours were awarded to individuals who had rendered valuable services to New Zealand during the 2000 America's Cup campaign, and for related services following the team's victory. The list recognized contributions across a range of areas, including sailing, design, management, fundraising, and public relations. The honours awarded in this special list varied, encompassing different levels within the established New Zealand Royal Honours system at the time. These special honours are distinct from the New Year and Queen's Birthday honours lists, which are awarded on a more regular and wider basis. The creation of this special list reflected the significance the government and the public placed on the America's Cup victory and the efforts that led to it.