Kiwi rugby league legend Graham Lowe is now Sir Graham Lowe after being knighted for services to youth and education, with his Kick to the Seagulls program.

The 72-year-old has battled several health issues over the years but has won each battle.

He is a fomer CEO and coach at Manly and famously became the first Kiwi to coach the Maroons. He is also the co-owner of the Bradford Bulls.