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.
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National Convention 182 B.E.
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.
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.
69th National Convention for Aotearoa
For the upcoming National Convention, there is some availability for participation by observers, but early pre-registration is needed.
Video message from the National Spiritual Assembly
An important update about the Fund was shared in a video message from the National Spiritual Assembly during Ayyám-i-Há.
Delegates and dates for National Convention 182 B.E.
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.
Service in National Office
The National Spiritual Assembly is seeking a staff member for the National Secretariat.
Supporting the observance of Bahá'í Holy Days in 2025
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
To ensure friends have details of unit conventions, the National Assembly provides a comprehensive table of Information.
Announcement of Unit Conventions for 2025
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.
Riches of learning and joy await at upcoming summer schools
The National Assembly lovingly encourages friends to attend summer schools, designed to inspire joyful learning, fellowship, and action.
Supporting the sacred work of the National Fund
The National Spiritual Assembly asks every member of the Faith to consider afresh how they can arise and support the National Fund at this time.
Regional Bahá’í Council membership announcement
New Zealand’s Regional Bahá'í Councils for Te-Ika-a-Māui and Te Waipounamu will commence their new one-year term on the Day of the Covenant, 25 November 2024.
Bahá'í Summer Schools for Dec 2024-Jan 2025
'True Practitioners of Peace' as the theme for this year's summer schools is aimed at equipping participants with the concepts, tools and confidence to contribute towards creating a peaceful society, a refuge for humanity.
Condolences and congratulations extended to Kuīni Ngā Wai Hono i Te Pō
The recent passing of Kīngi Tūheitia marks a significant moment in the history of the Kīngitanga movement in Aotearoa. In recognition of this, the National Spiritual Assembly sent messages to his successor, his daughter who is now the second Maori Queen.
Inspiring gatherings illuminate the path forward
A series of significant gatherings to stimulate the acceleration of the release of the Faith's society-building power highlight important elements of this process.
Newly redesigned enrolment forms now available
Newly redesigned enrolment forms are now available. These can be obtained from the Bahá'í National Office and will soon also be available from Local Assemblies.
Further reflections on opening of new Temple
Join New Zealand representatives as they share their reflections on the historic inauguration of the National Bahá'í House of Worship in Papua New Guinea.
Acknowledging 90-year milestone
Remarkable milestone is acknowledged between two National Assemblies who 90 years ago were established as one entity in the same year as the National Spiritual Assembly of Iran was first formed.
68th National Convention: Spirited reflections propel forward momentum
The 68th National Convention took place over three days (26-28 April) at Te Whare Akoranga Bahá’í in Henderson Valley. The results of the election of the National Assembly are shared in this article.