Public
lectures
in Aotearoa

In today's world, we face five interconnected crises: eroding trust in institutions; decay at the institutional core; a civilisation so materially comfortable it had become complacent about the…

Join Shaun Higgins, Curator Pictorial here at Auckland Museum, to learn how in the midst of a World War II prisoner of war camp, an Australian prisoner of war was able to create stunning portraits of…

The International Research Symposium is an international symposium organised by the World Association for Cooperative and Work-Integrated Education (WACE), in c

We invite you to join us for a seminar with visiting Professor Hella von Unger, from Munich. We will have tea/coffee together at...

Inaugural Professorial Lecture: Alexandra Andhov

Fifteen years after the 2011 Canterbury earthquakes, UC engineers reflect on what they learned, what changed in global building codes, and what still needs to happen.

In Aotearoa, we know very well what our most pressing problems are—poverty, inequity, ecological destruction, and climate change. But we are much less...

This month’s meeting will begin with a short AGM, comprising the Chairman’s Report, the Treasurer’s Financial Report, and an election for vacancies on the Committee.

Authors: Huu Nhan Duong, Emdad Islam, Lubna Rahman, and Cara Vansteenkiste Abstract Firms strategically use donations to trade partners’ affiliated charities to achieve...

Join us for a film screening of Welfare, with an introduction by artist Rangi White in a discussion of Aotearoa's welfare bureaucracies

For Tell us if something changes, artist Rangi White draws on the aesthetics of a Work and Income Office to consider how material and spatial conditions structure a person’s encounters with the…

Free half day workshop for year 9-10 women, where creativity meets engineering, includes a pizza lunch.

The annual Otago Distinguished Lecture in Medicine explores breakthrough research into the neuroscience of chronic pain and emerging treatments.

An exploration of New Zealand's rapidly growing space sector, the science enabled by domestic launch capability, and the policy frameworks governing our use of space.

A conversation with three New Zealand authors about writing from the margins, finding a readership, and what it means to tell New Zealand stories in a globalised publishing market.

An urgent update on our changing climate

Discover the power of HackathonAn event for students curious about problem-solving, creativity and real-world impacts.Join us for an inspiring evening as we hig

The NZIIA Wellington Branch Student Committee is delighted to welcome you to a panel discussion / Q&A about how diaspora communities worldwide and in New Zealand are grappling with the return of…

Register hereWellington School of Business and Government (WSBG) at Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington is proud to support Wellington City Council’s first...

Visual Sovereignty

The School of Linguistics and Applied Language Studies hosts weekly seminars featuring a selection of visiting researchers as well as those from the...

Marine scientists share discoveries from recent voyages to the Southern Ocean, including new species, ecosystem dynamics, and implications for fisheries management.

A panel discussion with this year's fiction finalists exploring the themes, craft, and challenges of writing contemporary New Zealand fiction.

Researchers and community voices discuss the competing demands on Canterbury's freshwater resources and what a sustainable future looks like for the region.

We would like to invite you to attend the NZIIA Auckland Branch’s Annual General Meeting for 2026, which will be held on Tuesday 28th April 2026.

A wānanga-style public discussion on the persistent health inequities facing Māori communities and what genuine system change would require.

Archivists and historians reveal recently catalogued items from the Alexander Turnbull Library collection, including previously unseen photographs and correspondence.

Enjoy an evening in the Aviation Hall with a panel discussion exploring aerial mapping technology.

The School of Linguistics and Applied Language Studies hosts weekly seminars featuring a selection of visiting researchers as well as those from the...

To mark the signing of Te Tiriti o Waitangi on 29 April 1840, join us for a free, educational, deep dive into Aoteaora New Zealand’s founding document.

Discover the beauty of Yongchun Lacquer Baskets, a traditional craft from Fujian that blends weaving and lacquer art. Learn about its cultural story,...

Join Tāmaki Makaurau musicians Ersha Island for an intimate performance in the gallery to celebrate the closing day of our current exhibition Dreaming from afar.

Printopia Festival returns for its fifth edition from 1–3 May 2026, celebrating contemporary printmaking across Aotearoa and the Asia Pacific.

Come join us for a captivating journey through time as we uncover the secrets behind the iconic Clock Tower in this curator talk!

Mr Wilson is a former senior New Zealand diplomat, with a strong career background in Asia. The topic of his talk will be The Fall of Saigon - 50 years On.

In this cyanotype workshop you’ll discover how science and creativity can coincide. Experiment with exposure, shadow, and UV light to create your own unique print using natural materials gathered…

Calling all podcast producers, presenters, practitioners and providers from across Aotearoa… as well as the podcast curious. Join us for a full day of co

NZIIA members are warmly invited to attend the national Annual General Meeting of the New Zealand Institute of International Affairs, followed by our annual lecture.

Professor Clare McCann's Inaugural Lecture

Respecting equal human dignity: taxation and commercial law in the human rights stateProfessor Barrett’s research concerns the practical application of human rights, particularly...

Professor Jennifer Miles-Chan's Inaugural Lecture

Find out what the future of fitness looks like with Sports Tech, a whole weekend of fun activities focused on the innovative world of sports technology.

This two-day workshop introduces participants to the traditional art practice of siapo-making as a living practice.

This workshop offers a nurturing journey into Siva Samoa, where movement supports wellbeing. Participants explore foundational Siva Samoa steps and their cultural meanings — gestures that honour…

This workshop centres the malu, the Samoan female tattoo, as a living archive of cultural knowledge and ancestral presence.

Celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival and explore one of China’s most meaningful traditional holidays. Learn the story of Qu Yuan, discover the origins...

Kintsugi (Modernised - Mending method / Art form)

Experience the storytelling magic of traditional Chinese shadow puppetry. Watch a live demonstration, learn about its history and cultural meaning, and discover how...

Discover the beauty of Tai Chi, a traditional Chinese martial art rooted in balance and harmony. Learn about its cultural background and core...

Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival and explore one of China’s most beloved traditions. Discover the legend of Chang’e, learn about mooncakes and festival customs,...

Discover the cultural symbolism of gold in Chinese art and explore the beauty of traditional gold-foil design. Learn about its history and decorative...