Introduction
to this site by Rodney HC Walshe ONZM, Honorary Consul General.
An Honorary Consul was first appointed to Auckland in 1976, and ten
years later, in 1986, the area of responsibility was extended to
cover all New Zealand and the seniority of the post raised to that
of Honorary Consul General. The Consulate operates similar to an
Ireland House, as seen in other countries where a fully accredited
Embassy is the catalyst of Ireland's representation.
Are you a New Zealand Passport Holder aged between 18 and 30? You may be able to apply for one of the 2000 places available on the Working Holiday Authorisation Scheme - apply for yours now!
Certificate of Irish Heritage The Certificate of Irish Heritage represents an acknowledgment and appreciation by the Irish State of the strong and enduring connection to Ireland felt by millions of people around the world. The Certificate recognises descendants of previous genera
Latest benefit and pension information on the Irish/NZ Social Security Agreement from International Services, Ministry of Social Development, New Zealand
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or suggestions as to how we can improve the content of this guide
to all things Irish in New Zealand, please send us an email using
the link provided. All constructive offerings will be most welcome. Contact
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Public Counter Hours at the Consulate
10am-1pm and 2pm-4pm Monday-Friday (excluding public holidays) Find out More
The Gathering
Visit Ireland for The Gathering 2013 Find out More
Gerry Paul and friends in concert
Wellington Wednesday, 5 June Find out More
WINNER of the 2013 New Zealand Rose of Tralee
Judeena Carpenter, the Christchurch Rose, is the 2013 New Zealand Rose of Tralee. Find out More
Ceol Aneas Traditional Irish Music Festival
Nelson 31 May - 3 June 2013 Find out More
PASSPORT WATCH - May 2013
8-10 week processing time Find out More
WINNER of the 2013 Rodney Walshe Ireland Essay Competition
The winner of this year's essay competition is Fintan Walsh of John Paul College in Rotorua Find out More
A Night of Irish Music
Alan Doherty, Tola Costy & Gerry Paul Auckland Sunday 9 June Find out More
If you're Irish come into the Parlour
Featuring Marian Burns and her band Touring NZ Oct-Nov 24 concerts! Find out More
Dave Gallaher International Summer School
Ramelton, Co Donegal 23-27 July 2013 Find out More
Irish Constitutional Convention
Calling the Diaspora to participate Find out More
7 Irish Tenors
Nationwide NZ tour in May 15 concerts! Find out More
Irish Consulate office has moved
Our street address is now: Find out More
Enjoy a glass of Guinness
(Pure genius) in the convivial atmosphere of an Irish Pub Find a Pub Here
