Governor-General Sir Jerry Mateparae is now recovering at his residence in Wellington. Photo / Getty Images
Governor-General Sir Jerry Mateparae is now recovering at his residence in Wellington. Photo / Getty Images
Governor-General Sir Jerry Mateparae has been discharged from hospital after undergoing heart surgery.
Government House said in a statement this morning that Sir Jerry left hospital yesterday and was now recovering at his official residence in Wellington.
He had valve replacement surgery last week after a heart problem was pickedup during a routine check in October.
Administrator of the Government Dame Sian Elias has taken over Sir Jerry's duties until mid-December. Government House said he would not be doing any community engagements until the New Year.
Sir Jerry said in the statement: "I want to thank the medical staff who have taken such good care of me over the last few days and the people who have sent their expressions of support.
