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At a time of worldwide change, conflict and uncertainty, humanity’s most urgent need is to find a unifying vision. Such a vision unfolds in the Writings of Bahá’u’lláh, the Founder of the Bahá’í Faith. Bahá’u’lláh teaches that religion is the most powerful force for the transformation of society and individuals.

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Bahá'í Aotearoa
New Zealand Bahá'í Community Newsletter
Prayer Book in Tongan language available for purchase
Apr 4 2025

Apr 4 Prayer Book in Tongan language available for purchase

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Writings and Guidance, Featured Books

A newly designed edition of a Tongan prayer book is now available to purchase. The prayers can also be downloaded on a Bahá’í Prayers app.

Naw-Rúz greetings from the Catholic Bishops’ Committee for Interfaith Relations
Mar 28 2025

Mar 28 Naw-Rúz greetings from the Catholic Bishops’ Committee for Interfaith Relations

Bahá'í Aotearoa
News and Stories

On the occasion of Naw-Rúz, the Catholic Bishops’ Committee for Interfaith Relations have sent a loving letter of greetings to the Bahá’í community in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Supreme Body's message on family life and marriage
Mar 28 2025

Mar 28 Supreme Body's message on family life and marriage

Bahá'í Aotearoa
House of Justice

On 19 March 2025, the Universal House of Justice released a message to the Bahá’ís of the World, highlighting the profound implications of Bahá’í conceptions of family life for releasing the society-building power of the Faith.

Loving Naw-Rúz Message to the believers in Iran
Mar 28 2025

Mar 28 Loving Naw-Rúz Message to the believers in Iran

Bahá'í Aotearoa
House of Justice

The Universal House of Justice has sent a Naw-Rúz message to the Bahá'ís of Iran. It is available here in both Persian and English.

Video message from the National Spiritual Assembly
Mar 21 2025

Mar 21 Video message from the National Spiritual Assembly

Bahá'í Aotearoa
National Assembly

An important update about the Fund was shared in a video message from the National Spiritual Assembly during Ayyám-i-Há.

Sub-regional gatherings for Local Spiritual Assemblies
Mar 21 2025

Mar 21 Sub-regional gatherings for Local Spiritual Assemblies

Bahá'í Aotearoa
News and Stories

The North Island Bahá'í Council shares insights from a sub-regional gathering for Local Spiritual Assemblies. This was the first in a series aiming to provide Local Assemblies with a space to learn with other institutions that are on a similar path.

Reflections and inspiration for the Bahá’í Fast
Mar 7 2025

Mar 7 Reflections and inspiration for the Bahá’í Fast

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Writings and Guidance

A selection of uplifting reflections to inspire and strengthen hearts during the sacred fasting period.

Delegates and dates for National Convention 182 B.E.
Mar 1 2025

Mar 1 Delegates and dates for National Convention 182 B.E.

Bahá'í Aotearoa
National Assembly

The National Assembly announces the National Convention for 182 B.E. and the names of all elected delegates who will participate in the institution of Convention.

The Bahá’í World: Volume XXXV (2006–2021)
Mar 1 2025

Mar 1 The Bahá’í World: Volume XXXV (2006–2021)

Bahá'í Aotearoa
News and Stories, Featured Books

The Bahá’í World: Volume 35, showcases the global Bahá’í community’s progress from 2006 to 2021, and is now available for purchase from the New Zealand Bahá’í Bookshop.

Ḥuqúqu’lláh: A spiritual privilege
Feb 21 2025

Feb 21 Ḥuqúqu’lláh: A spiritual privilege

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Ḥuqúqu’lláh

The Ḥuqúqu’lláh Board for Polynesia and the National Assembly wish to connect hearts to this Mighty Law. The Board offers guidance, study, and support to the friends in New Zealand.

Service in National Office
Feb 21 2025

Feb 21 Service in National Office

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Notices, National Assembly

The National Spiritual Assembly is seeking a staff member for the National Secretariat.

Preparing for a time of hospitality and joyful celebration
Feb 14 2025

Feb 14 Preparing for a time of hospitality and joyful celebration

Bahá'í Aotearoa
News and Stories

Ayyám-i-Há is almost upon us and in this article, we share some ideas to help with planning for four meaningful days.

Exploring international Bahá’í sources of enrichment
Feb 7 2025

Feb 7 Exploring international Bahá’í sources of enrichment

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Bahá'í World News

Explore these international Bahá’í media resources to stay informed and inspired.

Support from New Caledonia to Tahiti
Feb 2 2025

Feb 2 Support from New Caledonia to Tahiti

Bahá'í Aotearoa
News and Stories

New Zealand pioneer in Tahiti, Michael Vaughan, shares how two New Caledonian youth are supporting efforts there.

Prayer books and Calendars to inspire and plan for 182 B.E.
Jan 24 2025

Jan 24 Prayer books and Calendars to inspire and plan for 182 B.E.

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Featured Books

The NZ Bahá'í Bookshop has a selection of helpful resources including a little compilation of prayers perfect for giving seekers and Bahá'í datebooks/calendars.

Supporting the observance of Bahá'í Holy Days in 2025
Jan 17 2025

Jan 17 Supporting the observance of Bahá'í Holy Days in 2025

Bahá'í Aotearoa
Writings and Guidance, National Assembly

Letters for employers and educational institutions requesting to be excused from work or school on Bahá’í Holy Days in 2025 are given.

2025 Unit Conventions: Table of Unit information
Jan 17 2025

Jan 17 2025 Unit Conventions: Table of Unit information

Bahá'í Aotearoa
National Assembly, Notices

To ensure friends have details of unit conventions, the National Assembly provides a comprehensive table of Information.

Glimpses of summer school 2024/25
Jan 10 2025

Jan 10 Glimpses of summer school 2024/25

Bahá'í Aotearoa
News and Stories

The recent summer schools brought friends together in fellowship and learning. Here’s a glimpse into these joyous gatherings through group photos at each event.

Resumption of 'The Bahá’í World' books
Dec 20 2024

Dec 20 Resumption of 'The Bahá’í World' books

Bahá'í Aotearoa
House of Justice

The Universal House of Justice has shared that ‘The Bahá’í World’ publication has resumed in book form. These volumes offer inspiring accounts of the Bahá’í community’s journey through the years.

Announcement of Unit Conventions for 2025
Dec 20 2024

Dec 20 Announcement of Unit Conventions for 2025

Bahá'í Aotearoa
National Assembly, Notices

The National Spiritual Assembly announces Sunday 9 February 2025 as the date for unit conventions for 181 B.E. and provides a table of Units which includes important information for each electoral unit.

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