Awards & Achievements

New Zealand Royal Honour

1. 2015

   The Queen's Service Medal (QSM)

   Announced in the New Year Honours list — for services as a magician. Presented at Government House, Wellington, on 22 May 2015 by the Governor-General of New Zealand, Lt Gen Rt Hon Sir Jerry Mateparae.

New Zealand Walk of Fame

1. 2025

   Star on the New Zealand Walk of Fame

   In recognition of a visionary magician, mentor and pioneer whose lifelong dedication has set global standards and inspired generations within the worldwide magic community. The New Zealand Walk of Fame is located at 340 Hibiscus Coast Highway, Orewa.

New Zealand entertainment & magic awards

1. 2006

   The Grand Master of Magic Award

   The supreme award for excellence for a New Zealand magician.

2. 2006

   The Benny Award — Variety Artists Club of New Zealand

   New Zealand's leading entertainment award, a lifetime achievement award, presented in October 2006.

International recognition

1. 2025

   Lifetime Achievement Award — Milbourne Christopher Foundation, Connecticut, USA

   For notable contributions to the art of magic.

2. 2025

   Society of American Magicians Proclamation

   From the National President on behalf of the S.A.M. National Council, honouring outstanding contributions to magic and celebrating the New Zealand Walk of Fame star unveiling.

3. 2025

   Presidential Citation — International Brotherhood of Magicians

   For his contributions to the advancement of the art of magic, and celebrating the New Zealand Walk of Fame star unveiling.

4. 2025

   Alliance of Harry Houdini Award — The Society of American Magicians

   For long-standing membership (35 years).

5. 2024

   Magical Valentine Award — VANISH International Magic Magazine

   For his continued contribution to the digital magic scene with Magic New Zealand.

6. 2023

   Presidential Citation — The Society of American Magicians

   For his major contributions to the advancement of the art of magic.

7. 2022

   35 Year Membership Pin — The Academy of Magical Arts

8. 2016

   Order of Merlin Shield — International Brotherhood of Magicians

   For long-standing membership (35 years).

9. 2015

   Award of Merit — Academy of Magical Arts

   For his work editing and publishing Magic New Zealand, a weekly e-zine distributed to subscribers at no charge. Presented by Jon Armstrong at the 47th Academy of Magical Arts Awards, Beverly Hills, USA.

10. 2015

    Hall of Fame — The Academy of Magical Arts, Hollywood, USA

11. 2015

    Presidential Citation — The Society of American Magicians

    For his extraordinary support promoting the goals and values of The Society of American Magicians and his many years of performing as a professional magician.

12. 2015

    Alliance of Harry Houdini Award — The Society of American Magicians

    For long-standing membership (25 years).

13. 2012

    25 Year Membership Pin — The Academy of Magical Arts

14. 2010

    Presidential Citation — The Society of American Magicians

    For countless hours of service for the betterment of the S.A.M. through Magic New Zealand.

15. 2006

    Order of Merlin — International Brotherhood of Magicians

    For long-standing membership (25 years).

16. 2005

    Presidential Citation — International Brotherhood of Magicians

    For his contributions to the advancement of the art of magic.

17. 2004

    Outstanding Merit — The International Brotherhood of Magicians

    Best mental trick published in The Linking Ring.

18. 2003

    Life Member — The International Brotherhood of Magicians

19. 2003

    Life Member — The Society of American Magicians

20. 2002

    The DRAGON Award — J. Marberger Stuart Foundation, Inc.

    A lifetime achievement award for a team in magic, presented to Alan and Michele Watson by Paul and Debbie Daniels before an audience of more than 1,400 magicians at the 100th anniversary of the Society of American Magicians in New York. DRAGON stands for Drama, Romance, Artistry, Glamour, Originality and Necromancy.

21. 2002

    Certificate of Appreciation — IBM International President

22. 1995

    Member of The Inner Magic Circle with Gold Star

    (M.I.M.C.*) The highest degree of the world's most prestigious magic society, The Magic Circle, London UK

23. 1990

    1st place - Close-up

    22nd Australian Convention of Magicians

24. 1983

    For Outstanding Support and Performance in the Magical Arts

    Pacific Coast Association of Magicians

25. 1982

    The Peter J. Shield Award

    18th Australian Convention of Magicians - For Outstanding Contributions to the Art of Mentalism

New Zealand Variety Artists Club Inc. Entertainment Industry Awards

1. 2008

   Top Childrens Entertainer

2. 2006

   The Benny

   Lifetime achievement - The most prestigious and highest Award of The New Zealand Variety Artists Club Inc.

3. 2006

   Life Member

   New Zealand Variety Artists Club Inc.

4. 2003

   Agnew Excellence Award

   Achieving excellence in his chosen field as a professional magician. The citation also acknowledged his dedication and professionalism and saluted his achievements in magic

5. 1999

   Scroll of Honour

   In recognition for his major contributions and achievements in the professional art of magic and also for his expertise and dedication to introduce cyber technology to the entertainment profession

6. 1997

   Shure Golden Microphone

   Most Professional Entertainer

7. 1997

   Benny Award - Top Magician

8. 1996

   Benny Award - Top Magician

9. 1995

   Benny Award - Top Magician

10. 1995

    Benny Award - Top Childrens Entertainer

11. 1994

    Benny Award - Top Magician

New Zealand National Conventions

1. 2001

   1st place - Childrens Entertainer

   26th New Zealand Convention

2. 1999

   1st place - Highest Aggregate Score

   25th New Zealand Convention

3. 1999

   1st place - Childrens Entertainer

   25th New Zealand Convention

4. 1999

   1st equal - Funniest routine within the Childrens Entertainer Competition

5. 1999

   1st place - Close-up

   25th New Zealand Convention

6. 1993

   1st place - Close-up

   22nd New Zealand Convention

7. 1993

   1st place - Childrens Entertainer

   22nd New Zealand Convention

8. 1993

   1st place - Trade Show

   22nd New Zealand Convention

9. 1990

   1st place - Childrens Entertainer

   21st New Zealand Convention

10. 1987

    1st place - Close-up

    20th New Zealand Convention

11. 1987

    1st equal - Childrens Entertainer

    20th New Zealand Convention

12. 1985

    1st equal - Childrens Entertainer

    19th New Zealand Convention

13. 1982

    1st place - Close-up

    18th New Zealand Convention

Palmerston North Magic Circle Mini Convention

1. 2001

   1st place - Close-up Competition

Magicana Day

1. 1988

   1st place - Close-up Competition

2. 1987

   1st place - Magicana Trophy

   My Favourite 3 Minutes Competition

Napier mini Convention

1. 1988

   1st place - Close-up Competition

2. 1988

   1st place - Quick trick Competition

New Zealand Magicians Clubs Award

1. 2018

   Patron

   Ring 160 - International Brotherhood of Magicians

2. 2017

   Life Member

   BAM - Brotherhood of Auckland Magicians Inc.

3. 1981

   Life Member

   NZSM - New Zealand Society of Magicians Inc.