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Bahá'í Aotearoa
New Zealand Bahá'í Community Newsletter
Important information about Ḥuqúqu’lláh payments
Jun 13 2025

Jun 13 Important information about Ḥuqúqu’lláh payments

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Notices

Banks are now more careful about matching account numbers and names when payments are made. Correct account details for Ḥuqúqu’lláh are provided in this notice.

New arrivals at the Bahá’í Bookshop
Jun 13 2025

Jun 13 New arrivals at the Bahá’í Bookshop

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Featured Books

Explore the latest publications now available for purchase from the Bahá’í Distribution Service.

Inspiring youth conference at Kaitupeka Marae
May 31 2025

May 31 Inspiring youth conference at Kaitupeka Marae

Bahá'í Aotearoa
News and Stories

Over 120 youth, facilitators, and helpers gathered at Kaitupeka Marae for a transformative three-day conference, exploring key themes of community building, service, and spiritual growth through study, art, and reflection.

A remarkable achievement
May 31 2025

May 31 A remarkable achievement

Bahá'í Aotearoa
News and Stories

Dr. Amanda Nasse, the first woman from Tanna, Vanuatu, to earn a PhD, has achieved this distinction through her significant contribution to food security research at Palmerston North’s Massey University.

Ascension of Bahá'u'lláh
May 28 2025

May 28 Ascension of Bahá'u'lláh

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Writings and Guidance

In 1892 the Ascension of Bahá'u'lláh was the setting of the Sun of Bahá and the inauguration of His Covenant.

A momentous turning point in history
May 22 2025

May 22 A momentous turning point in history

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Writings and Guidance

The Declaration of the Báb was a spark that ignited the flame of a new era, and the events that followed would lead to the establishment of a global community spreading teachings of unity, love, and justice.

Administration of the Cook Islands
May 18 2025

May 18 Administration of the Cook Islands

Bahá'í Aotearoa
National Assembly, Notices

The National Spiritual Assembly of the Bahá'ís of New Zealand has been entrusted with temporary administrative responsibility for the Bahá'í community in the Cook Islands.

38 Local Spiritual Assemblies elected at Riḍván
May 18 2025

May 18 38 Local Spiritual Assemblies elected at Riḍván

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Writings and Guidance, News and Stories

This article explores the significance of the institution of the Local Spiritual Assembly, and the vital role they play in community life.

Celebrating milestones in Te Wai Pounamu
May 9 2025

May 9 Celebrating milestones in Te Wai Pounamu

Bahá'í Aotearoa
News and Stories

This article celebrates the recent milestones achieved by the North Canterbury, Central Otago, and Coastal Otago clusters in Te Wai Pounamu, the South Island.

 Bahá’í Ophthalmologist receives prestigious Fellowship
May 9 2025

May 9 Bahá’í Ophthalmologist receives prestigious Fellowship

Bahá'í Aotearoa
News and Stories

Professor Helen Danesh-Meyer, a Bahá’í in Auckland, has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society Te Apārangi in recognition of her groundbreaking contributions to medical research and eye health.

Study of '12 Lessons on Huqúqu’lláh'
May 2 2025

May 2 Study of '12 Lessons on Huqúqu’lláh'

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Ḥuqúqu’lláh

The Deputy Trustees of Ḥuqúqu’lláh for Polynesia are inviting friends from across Aotearoa and the wider region to take part in an online study series exploring the 12 Lessons on Ḥuqúqu’lláh.

National Convention 182 B.E.
May 2 2025

May 2 National Convention 182 B.E.

Bahá'í Aotearoa
National Assembly

This article shares the announcement of the newly elected National Spiritual Assembly for 182 B.E., the message to the Universal House of Justice from the 69th National Convention, and photos from the gathering.

Annual Report for 181 B.E.
May 2 2025

May 2 Annual Report for 181 B.E.

Bahá'í Aotearoa
National Assembly

The National Spiritual Assembly’s Annual Report (Pūrongo Ā-Tau) for 181 B.E., presented at the recent National Convention, is now available to friends across Aotearoa either digitally or as a hard copy booklet.

Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Marble installation begins
Apr 24 2025

Apr 24 Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá: Marble installation begins

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Bahá'í World News

The Bahá’í World Centre has announced a significant milestone in the construction of the Shrine of ‘Abdu’l-Bahá, with the installation of marble now underway in the central plaza.

Supreme Body’s 2025 Ridván Message
Apr 19 2025

Apr 19 Supreme Body’s 2025 Ridván Message

Bahá'í Aotearoa
House of Justice

The Universal House of Justice writes: “Time is passing. Beloved friends, and promulgators of the divine teachings, and champions of the Blessed Beauty—your efforts are needed now.”

The Most Great Festival
Apr 17 2025

Apr 17 The Most Great Festival

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Writings and Guidance

This year, the Most Great Festival of Riḍván will be celebrated from sunset on Saturday 19 April to sunset on 1 May. The 1st, 9th, and 12th days of Riḍván are Holy Days where Bahá’ís are enjoined to request leave from work and school.

69th National Convention for Aotearoa
Apr 17 2025

Apr 17 69th National Convention for Aotearoa

Bahá'í Aotearoa
National Assembly

For the upcoming National Convention, there is some availability for participation by observers, but early pre-registration is needed.

Announcement of National House of Worship in the Philippines
Apr 11 2025

Apr 11 Announcement of National House of Worship in the Philippines

Bahá'í Aotearoa
House of Justice

The Universal House of Justice has announced the upcoming construction of a national Mashriqu’l-Adhkár near Manila, in the Philippines.

The Art of Collaboration
Apr 11 2025

Apr 11 The Art of Collaboration

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Bahá'í World News, News and Stories

A newly published article on the Bahá'í World website features artists Robin White and Ruha Fifita as they share their collaborative process.

Bahá’í resources in Te Reo Māori
Apr 4 2025

Apr 4 Bahá’í resources in Te Reo Māori

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Writings and Guidance, Featured Books

Featured here is a range of Bahá'í resources in te reo Māori. They include books currently available through the Bahá’í Bookshop, and Bahá'í writings and prayers on the Bahá'í Prayers App.

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