NZSHK members and friends are invited to a special winter BBQ at the residence of the NZ Consul-General to celebrate Waitangi Day. The NZSHK event will be held on 5th February 2012 from 12-3PM and will feature a menu of BBQ foods together with NZ wine, beer and other non-alcoholic drinks. All attendees are encouraged to 'bring a dessert plate' to add to the table. [Waitangi Day Eve Winter BBQ]

For the first time ever, the World of WearableArt (WOW) takes its multi-sensory experience outside New Zealand. Catch it at the 40th Hong Kong Arts Festival. Shows run between 29 January and 5 February 2012. [World of WearableArts]

Herald in the Year of the Dragon at the NZSHK's first monthly drinks event for 2012! The January edition of 'Konnectionz' will held at Lan Kwai Lau in Lan Kwai Fong on Friday, 27th Janaury 2012 from 6:30PM to 9PM. [Konnectionz]

Members are invited to an evening at the horse races at Happy Valley Racecourse. Enjoy the exclusive atmosphere of a private Members' Box at the Hong Kong Jockey Club with a sumptuous buffet and unlimited drinks. [A Night at the Races]

NZSHK members and guests are invited to a special evening to farewell the outgoing NZ Consul-General Ms Adele Bryant and to welcome her replacement, Mr Robert Kaiwai at Lang Kwai Lau on Friday, 16th December 2011. [Farewell to Adele]

The NZSHK Christmas Party 2011 has been booked the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club on Sunday, 4th December 2011 from 12-3PM. Full details are in the information flyer which can be downloaded here. Be sure to get in quick – the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club can only accommodate 70 people at this site so places will be allocated on a "first come first served basis". Please note that this is only available for members of the Society. If you have friends who would like to join us, please email details to karl@nzshk.org who will put them on the waiting list for spaces if there are any available. [NZSHK Christmas Party 2011]

The 2011 General Election and Referendum on the Voting System in New Zealand will be held on Saturday 26 November 2011. Eligible New Zealanders overseas can vote in the lead up to Election Day. To vote you must be enrolled. Advance voting is available at the NZ Consultate General from 9-15 November 2011.

The November edition of Konnectionz will be held on Friday, 25th November 2011 at "Lan Kwai Lau" which is located in the basement at No. 2 Lan Kwai Fong Street (next to "Chocolate" bar). [KonnectioNZ]

Come and meet three New Zealanders who are doing some amazing projects in the area of Social Innovation. This is an opportunity to learn more about what your organisation could be doing and also share what is happening in Hong Kong. [Kiwi Social Innovators]

NZSHK members are invited to One Night with Craggy Range at Kitchen, W Hotel, on 17th November 2011. NZSHK members who join this special dinner receive a gift voucher for 50% off spa treatments at W Hotel. [One Night with Craggy Range at Kitchen].

The October edition of Konnectionz will be held at a new venue on Friday, 28th October 2011. The new venue is a private club called "Lan Kwai Lau" and it is located in the basement at No. 2 Lan Kwai Fong Street (just down from Post 97 and next to "Chocolate" bar). [KonnectioNZ]

The September edition of Konnectionz will be held at a new venue on Friday, 30th September 2011. The new venue is a private club called "Lan Kwai Lau" and it is located in the basement at No. 2 Lan Kwai Fong Street (just down from Post 97 and next to "Chocolate" bar). [KonnectioNZ]

RWC - Pool A Pub Crawl - Check out our range of activities around the Rugby World Cup. [RWC - Pool A Pub Crawl]

The August edition of Konnectionz will be held at Post 97 in Lan Kwai Fong on Friday, 26th August 2011, from 6:30-9PM. NZSHK members can enjoy a free drink! [Konnectionz]

NZSHK is holding a Summer BBQ & Drinks at the New Zealand Consul-General's Residence on Saturday, 13th August 2011 from 4-9PM. Food, drinks and auctions included! Everyone is encouraged to 'bring a dessert plate' in the best kiwi tradition. [Summer BBQ & Drinks]

The July edition of Konnectionz will be held at Post 97 in Lan Kwai Fong on Friday, 29th July 2011, from 6:30-9PM. NZSHK members can enjoy a free drink! [Konnectionz]

The June edition of Konnectionz will be held at Post 97 in Lan Kwai Fong on Friday, 24th June 2011, from 6:30-9PM. NZSHK members can enjoy a free drink! The good folks from Handpickednz will attend the event and there will be an opportunity for members to pick up some yummy goodness from home! [Konnectionz]

ASC Fine Wines wishes to extend an invitation to all NZSHK members to attend a wine dinner and auction with one of its New Zealand wine brands – Newton Forrest on 15 June 2011. The winery owners, Dr John Forrest and Bob Newton will host the event at Langham Place Hotel, Hong Kong. [Newton Forrest Wine Auction & Dinner]

The May edition of Konnectionz will be held at Post 97 bar in Lan Kwai Fong on Friday 27th May 2011. The event starts at 6:30PM and goes on til 9PM. Members can enjoy a free drink for the special Kiwi drinks menu featuring NZ wines, Monteith's beer and a special 'kiwi cocktail'. [Konnectionz]

NZSHK Annual General Meeting & Kiwi Dinner - The 2011 Annual General Meeting of the NZSHK will be held at the Kowloon Cricket Club on Thursday, 26th May 2011. The AGM will followed by a 'Kiwi Dinner'. Costs: AGM is free (drinks and snacks will be provided); Kiwi Dinner will be HK$300 for NZSHK members and HK$350 for non-members. [2011 NZSHK AGM & Kiwi Dinner]

The April edition of Konnectionz will be held at Post 97 bar in Lan Kwai Fong on Friday 29th April 2011. The event starts at 6:30PM and goes on til 9PM. Members can enjoy a free drink for the special Kiwi drinks menu featuring NZ wines, Monteith's beer and a special 'kiwi cocktail'. [Konnectionz]

It's no joke - the March edition of Konnectionz will be held at Post 97 bar in Lan Kwai Fong on Friday 1st April 2011. Those of you living in Hong Kong for some time will realise that this is so as to avoid the Rugby Sevens weekend, which will take place from 25-27 March 2011. [Konnectionz]

The February edition of KonnectioNZ will be held at Post 97 bar in Lan Kwai Fong on Friday 25th February. The event starts at 6:30PM and goes on til 9PM. Members can enjoy a free drink for the special Kiwi drinks menu featuring NZ wines, Monteith's beer and a special 'kiwi cocktail'. [Konnectionz]

Happy Waitangi Day! Unfortunately there will be no special Waitangi Day BBQ this year as the holiday falls during the Chinese New Year holidays and many people will be out of town.

The first KonnectioNZ for 2011 will be held at Post 97 bar in Lan Kwai Fong on Friday 28th January. The event starts at 6:30PM and goes on til 9PM. Members can enjoy a free drink for the special Kiwi drinks menu featuring NZ wines, Monteith's beer and a special 'kiwi cocktail'. [Konnectionz]

The NZSHK will be holding its Annual Christmas Party at the Royal Hong Kong Yacht Club on Sunday, 5th December 2010. Price is HK$300 for NZSHK members; HK$350 for non-members; HK$for children aged between 3-11 years and free for under-3. This is a subsidised NZSHK event. [NZSHK Christmas Party]

NZSHK is holding a special NZ Wine & Cheese / Konnectionz event on 26th November to mark the closing of the NZ Focus Centre in December. This event is being run in conjunction wit hthe South African Asoscation of Hong Kong. Price is HK$200 for NZSHK & SAAHK members and HK$250 for non-members. [NZ Wine & Cheese]

Join us on 21st November to enjoy a leisurely stroll across Lamma Island and finish with an authenticate Chinese meal (optional) at one of the famous sea front restaurants at Sok Kwu Wan. What could be better on a pleasant late autumn afternoon? Suitable for all the family. Meet at Pier 6, Star Ferry Pier 6, Central at 1:50PM for 2PM ferry sailing with return sailing at 7:30PM.

International cricket will return to the Kowloon Cricket Club again over the weekend of 6-7 November 2010 during the Hong Kong Cricket Sixes. This is a must-see for cricket fans as some of the best players in the game take on each other in the shortest form of the game (each game last only 45 minutes!). The New Zealand team includes test players Scott Styris, Darryl Tuffey and Nathan McCullum.

Watch the All Blacks take on the Wallabies when the two teams meet in the 4th Bledisloe Cup clash of the season at the Hong Kong Stadium on Saturday, 30th October. Tickets can be purchased online at http://www.hkticketing.com/eng/.

The October edition of KonnectioNZ will be held at Post 97 bar in Lan Kwai Fong on Friday 29th October. The event starts at 6:30PM and goes on til 9PM. Members can enjoy a free drink for the special Kiwi drinks menu featuring NZ wines, Monteith's beer and a special 'kiwi cocktail'. [Konnectionz]

The Australian Association of Hong Kong has extended an invitation to NZ Society members to join them for an evening at the Happy Valley Races on 8th September 2010. [Happy Valley Races]

The 2nd New Zealand Film Festival will be held in Hong Kong during 4-14 September 2010. For all the details about what's on show and how to book tickets, please visit the New Zealand Film Festival website at http://bc.cinema.com.hk/adhoc/NZFF2010/index.html

The August edition of KonnectioNZ will be held at Post 97 bar in Lan Kwai Fong on Friday 27th August. The event starts at 6:30PM and goes on til 9PM. Members can enjoy a free drink for the special Kiwi drinks menu featuring NZ wines, Monteith's beer and a special 'kiwi cocktail'. [Konnectionz]

The July edition of KonnectioNZ will be held at Post 97 bar in Lan Kwai Fong on Friday 30th July. The event starts at 6:30PM and goes on til 9PM. Members can enjoy a free drink for the special Kiwi drinks menu featuring NZ wines, Monteith's beer and a special 'kiwi cocktail'. At this month's event, the new owners of HandpickedNZ will be attending to meet members and to give away some of their tasty products. You can also order loaves of vogels bread online and collect these at KonnectioNZ! [Konnectionz]

The June edition of KonnectioNZ will return to the popular Post 97 bar in Lan Kwai Fong on Friday 27th June. The event starts at 6:30PM and goes on til 9PM. [Konnectionz]

An Extraordinary General Meeting of the NZSHK will be held at t he Kowloon Cricket Club on Tuesday, 1st June 2010. The meeting will start at 7:00PM. Please note that a minimum of 15 members must be in attendance in order for the EGM to proceed. The purpose of th EGM is to pass the revised Constitution and Rules of the Nw Zealand Society of Hong Kong. The following documents are available for download and review:

Original Constitution of the NZSHK - http://www.nzshk.org/downloads/nzshk_constitution.pdf
Revised Constitution & Rules of the NZSHK (2010 Edition) - http://www.nzshk.org/downloads/NZSHK_CONSTITUTION&RULES_2010.pdf

The May edition of KonnectioNZ will return to the popular Post 97 bar in Lan Kwai Fong on Friday 28th May. The event starts at 6:30PM and goes on til 9PM. [Konnectionz]

The Global Corporate Challenge 2010 starts. This is a fun-filled and interactive way to walk yourself to a healthier lifestyle. Register to join by 7th May 2010. [Global Corporate Challege 2010]

The Royal New Zealand Navy frigate HMNZS Te Kaha will be making a brief visit to Hong Kong from 13-16 May 2010. During the visit, HMNZS Te Kaha will be conducting a limited number of on-board tours on the morning of Saturday, 15 May 2010. [HMNZS Te Kaha Ship Tour]

NZSHK Annual General Meeting & Kiwi Dinner - The 2010 Annual General Meeting of the NZSHK will be held at the Kowloon Cricket Club on Tuesday, 4th May 2010. The AGM will followed by a 'Kiwi Dinner'. Costs: AGM is free (drinks and snacks will be provided); Kiwi Dinner will be HK$300 for NZSHK members and HK$350 for non-members. [2010 NZSHK AGM & Kiwi Dinner]

Join us for our monthly drinks event Konnectionz @ Solas Bar & Lounge on 30th April 2010. NZSHK members can enjoy a complimentary welcome drink and nibbles while non-members and guests pay HK$50. [Konnectionz]

ANZAC Day - There are 3 ANZAC Day events planned this year:

- ANZAC Day Dawn Service at the Cenral Cenotaph from 6:15AM. Click here for more details.
- ANZAC Day Memorial Walk - the NZCCHK is organising a special walk to commerate the epic escape from Japanese Occupied Hong Kong during WWII by Lt Cmdr RB Goodwin. Please contact Polly Chan at exec.officer@nzcchk.com for more details.
- ANZAC Day Cricket Challenge & Spring Picnic - the NZSHK and the Australian Association of Hong Kong are combining forces to bring you a fun-filled day of cricket, picnics, BBQs and more games for the kids at the Police Training College at Aberdeen. Click here for more details.

KonnectioNZ - Due to the Rugby Sevens weekend there will be no Konnectionz event this month. [Konnectionz]

"Dr Grordbort's Exceptional Exhibition" - Featuring at Cyberport during March-May 2010 will be "Dr Grordbort's Exceptional Exhibition" - a showcase of some of the fantastic art and creations from Weta Digital. ["Dr Grordbort's Exceptional Exhibition"]

DELF 2010 - The NZSHK is once again lending its support to the Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum (DELF) 2010 to be held at Cyberport on 23rd March 2010. The forum will involve presentations from the creative geniuses at Weta Digital. NZSHK members interested in attending this event should contact Travis at travis@nzshk.org. [DELF 2010]

NZSHK Rugby Party - As part of the build-up to the 2010 Hong Kong Rugby Sevens and Rugby Tens events, the NZSHK is holding a special Rugby Party at the NZ Focus Centre in Causeway Bay on Tuesday, 23rd March 2010. Players and officials from the NZ Aliens - the defending champions of the Hong Kong Rugby Tens tournament - will attend as guests. [NZSHK Rugby Party]

Party In The Park - The Kowloon Cricket Club is holding a Party In The Park on 20th March 2010. Sit back an enjoy the Dixie Land sounds of the "Stray Cats" and enjoy a fine BBQ. Price is HK$350 for non-KCC members, HK$160 for teenagers (13-17 years) and HK$110 for kids 12 years and younger. Please contact Travis via email travis@nzshk.org by 15th March to book a seat. [Party In The Park]

Koru Gallery is hosting "SOLID" a solo exhibition by New Zealand’s leading glass sculptor - Emma Campden. Exhibition runs from 13th March to 8th May 2010. Opening reception on Friday, 12th March 2010 from 7PM. [SOLID Invite]

Quiz Night @ KCC - The Kowloon Cricket Club invites NZSHK members to join in a Quiz Night on 5th March 2010. Are you up for the challenge? Cost is just HK$78 including an excellent 'pub grub' buffet dinner. Please contact Travis via email travis@nzshk.org by 3rd March to book your place or team. [KCC Quiz Night]

Join us for our monthly drinks event Konnectionz @ Solas Bar & Lounge on 26th February 2010. NZSHK members can enjoy a complimentary welcome drink and nibbles while non-members and guests pay HK$50. [Konnectionz]

Waitangi Day 2010 - To celebrate New Zealand's National Day (6th February), the New Zealand Society of Hong Kong, will be holding a special New Zealand Wine & Cheese BBQ at the NZ Consul-General's residence on The Peak. [Waitangi Day 2010]

Join us for our monthly drinks event Konnectionz @ Solas Bar & Lounge on 27th November. NZSHK members can enjoy a complimentary drink while non-members and guests pay $50. [Konnectionz]

Black Friday Tram Party - We've booked not one but two Open-top Trams on Friday, 13th November for a Black Friday Tram Party. One tram will be reserved for families while the other will be or adults only. The journey will start at 7PM and will follow the Hong Kong Island tram line to Causeway Bay with an expected return to the depot at 9PM. There will be plenty of food and drinks on board. If you missed the ride in 2008 - be sure to book early as numbers are strictly limited. More details soon!

Hong Kong Cricket Sixes 2009 - The Hong Kong Cricket Sixes will be held at Kowloon Cricket Club over the weekend of 31 October & 1November 2009. The Kiwis are back with a strong team featuring Craig McMillian, Peter Fulton, Craig Spearman, Shanan Stewart, Corey Anderson and Anaru Kitchen. Tickets HK$680 for an adults 2-day ticket; HK$380 for children's 2-day ticket (under-12). Single day tickets for Saturday and Sunday are also available.

Join us for our monthly drinks event Konnectionz @ Solas Bar & Lounge on 30th October. NZSHK members can enjoy a complimentary drink while non-members and guests pay $50. [Konnectionz]

NZ Wine & Cheese Evening@ NZ Focus Centre - A special NZ Wine and Cheese Evening will be held at the NZ Focus Centre at Causeway Bay. NZ beer and non-alcoholic drinks will also be served and a wide range of finger food will also be provided in addition to the cheese. [NZ Wine & Cheese Evening]

Kiwi Konnectionz has a new name and new venue! Konnectionz @ Solas Bar & Lounge on 25th September. NZSHK members can enjoy a complimentary drink while non-members and guests pay $50. [Konnectionz]

Kiwi KonnectioNZ - The August edition of Kiwi Konnectionz will be held at Xperience Bar in Wanchai on Friday, 28th August. NZSHK members can enjoy 1 free drink. From 6:30-9:00PM. [Kiwi KonnectioNZ]

Kiwi KonnectioNZ - The July edition of Kiwi Konnectionz will be held at Xperience Bar in Wanchai on Friday, 31st July. NZSHK members can enjoy 1 free drink. From 6:30-9:00PM. [Kiwi KonnectioNZ]

Quiz Night @ Xperience - Are you a closet Einstein? Test your knowledge at our NZSHK Quiz Night at Xperience Bar on Friday 10th July. Due to lack of numbers, this event was postponed. [Quiz Night]

Kiwi KonnectioNZ - The June edition of Kiwi Konnectionz will be held at Xperience Bar in Wanchai on Friday 26th June. NZSHK members can enjoy 1 free drink. From 6:30-9:00PM. [Kiwi KonnectioNZ]

NZ Wine Tasting / Buffet Dinner / Dancing - We are returning to the Xperience Bar in Wanchai on Friday 19th June for a special NZ Wine Tasting Event that also includes a buffet dinner and dancing. The cost $250. This is a special charity event with money raised being donated to HOPE for Children. [Wine Tasting | Wine Order Form]

Kiwi KonnectioNZ/Sausage Sizzle - The May edition of Kiwi Konnectionz will be held at Xperience Bar in Wanchai on Friday 29th May. This month we're having a sausage sizzle and there will also be a small selection of hot snacks served throughout the evening. From 6:30-9:00PM. Cost $100 for members and $120 for non-members (includes 2 drinks from the Kiwi drinks menu, 2 "piggies in a blanket" and 2 raffle tickets). [Kiwi KonnectioNZ]

Two ships from the Royal New Zealand Navy - the frigate HMNZS Te Mana and the support vessel HMNZS Endeavour - will be visiting Hong Kong from 30 April to 3 May 2009.  Two activities, (1) a guided tour of HMNZS Te Mana and (2) a Welcome Reception for the Officers and crew, have been arranged on 1st May. Click here for all the details.

The NZSHK is hosting a very special ANZAC Ball at the Renaissance Kowloon Hotel on Saturday, 25th April 2009. NZSHK, NZCCHK, Australian Association and AustCham members can purchase tickets for HK$1,200 while non-members and guests tickets cost HK$1,450 each. [Click for more details... | ANZAC Ball Invitation]

• ANZAC Day Dawn Service - please see the information sheet about the ANZAC Day Dawn Service.
• ANZAC Day Tour - Battleground Hong Kong [Information Brochure | Booking Form]

Kiwi KonnectioNZ - The April edition of Kiwi Konnectionz will be held at Xperience Bar in Wanchai on Friday 24th April. NZSHK members can enjoy 1 free drink. From 6:30-9:00PM. [Kiwi KonnectioNZ]

The NZSHK is lending its support to the Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum (DELF) being held at the Cyberport on 24th March 2009. Learn and emulate from Wellington's successful experience, and explore potential collaborations and partnerships with creative professionals from New Zealand and around the world. Guest speakers include Barrie Osbourne (Academy Award Winner as Producer of the Lord of the Rings Trilogy), Matt Aitken (Visual Effects Supervisor at Weta Digital Limited) and Kerry Predegast (Mayor of Wellington).

For more information and registration details check the event’s website at http://www.cyberport.hk/campaign/delf/index.html

As part of the build-up to the 2009 Hong Kong Rugby Sevens, the NZSHK is holding a special NZ Rugby Party at the NZ Focus Centre in Causeway Bay on Tuesday, 24th March 2009. Players and officials from the NZ Aliens team participating in the Hong Kong Rugby Tens tournament will attend as guests (many of these players are in Super 14 squads). [Click for more details...]

The NZSHK is organising a fun and challenging adventure race called “Kiwis On The Run” to be held on 15th March 2009. Decipher cryptic clues and complete fun challenges to find your way from ‘A’ to ‘B’ to ‘C’ to ‘D’ to ‘E’ using only public transport and your own two feet (no cars or taxis allowed). Individuals and teams of up to 4 persons can join (a special allowance will be made for families of more than two children) and everyone has the chance to win great prizes in many different categories. [Click for more details...]

Kiwi KonnectioNZ - The February edition of Kiwi Konnectionz will be held at Post 97 in Lan Kwai Fong on Friday 27th February. Monteith's beer, NZ wines and a special 'kiwi kocktail' will be available from the special kiwi drinks menu with all drinks priced at just HK$35 each (+ 10% service). NZSHK members who've signed up for 2009 can enjoy 1 free drink. From 6:30-9:00PM. [Kiwi KonnectioNZ]

NZ Wine & Cheese Evening@ NZ Focus Centre - A special NZ Wine and Cheese Evening will be held at the NZ Focus Centre at Causeway Bay. NZ beer and non-alcoholic drinks will also be served and a wide range of finger food will also be provided in addition to the cheese. This event will be held in conjunction with the ROSL (Royal Overseas League). [Click for more details...]

Waitangi Day -To celebrate New Zealand's National Day (6th February), the New Zealand Society of Hong Kong, will be holding a BBQ at the NZ Consul-General's residence with NZ Wine and Cheese. [Click for more details...]

Kiwi KonnectioNZ - The January edition of Kiwi Konnectionz will be held at Post 97 in Lan Kwai Fong on Friday 23rd January. Monteith's beer, NZ wines and a special 'kiwi kocktail' will be available from the special kiwi drinks menu with all drinks priced at just HK$35 each (+ 10% service). NZSHK members who've signed up for 2009 can enjoy 1 free drink. From 6:30-9:00PM.