Clusters that have advanced past the third milestone of development provide support and learning for earlier-stage clusters, as Hawke’s Bay recently did for Wairarapa.
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Assistants' Conference inspires collective action
Assistants’ Conference — the largest-ever gathering of assistants to the Auxiliary Board from around the country — created a vibrant and joyous two days of consecration to the goals of the Nine Year Plan.
Reflections on opening of new Temple
Penina Hitti shares her experience of attending the inauguration of the national House of Worship in Port Moresby, offering heartfelt reflections and an insight into this momentous milestone.
Dedication ceremony illuminates hearts
“This national House of Worship is the crowning achievement of all the efforts of the past, and a beacon of light and hope for the future.” (Confucius Ikoirere, Secretary of the National Assembly of PNG)
Taranaki's action-oriented inspiring Hui
The Race Unity Speech Awards have catalysed regional initiatives, such as the Taranaki Race Unity Hui. Students in the region have taken practical steps to promote unity in diversity.
Te Taura Tangata - The Rope of Unity: Highlights from the Race Unity Speech Awards 2024
On the weekend of 4-5 May, senior secondary students from across Aotearoa delivered powerful speeches and joined with others in a hui to consult on solutions for a racist-free New Zealand.
National House of Worship opens in Papua New Guinea
The dedication ceremony for the national House of Worship in Papua New Guinea takes place Saturday 25 May 2024 in Port Moresby where many Kiwis, most of whom were pioneers to that country, are guests for the occasion.
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.
Annual Report 180 B.E. now available
The Annual Report of the New Zealand Bahá'í community is now available to believers on request. It records endeavours currently in progress under the guidance of the Supreme Body, and examines our collective response here in Aotearoa.
Unit Conventions - insights and election results
Delegates are announced and some themes from unit convention consultations are briefly shared.
New website for Canadian Temple
A new website has been launched, dedicated to the national Bahá’í House of Worship to be constructed in Canada. It explains the profound purpose of a Bahá’í Temple and project developments.
TED Talk explores historic sacrifice of Táhirih
A thought-provoking talk illustrating the life of Táhirih challenges us to contemplate our own role in shaping a world that is just and equitable for all.
Vibrant activity featured
The latest initiatives and insights from the North Island Regional Institute Board are shared in their recent newsletter.
Youth gather to reflect on their path of service
A well- attended Auckland youth conference fostered and equipped youth to be actively involved in a youth movement for the betterment of the world.
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Summer School 2023 in pictures
The vibrancy of the recent summer schools is captured in a photographic montage.
Celebrating Te Whare Akoranga Bahá'í
The Bahá'í Centre for Learning, Te Whare Akoranga Bahá'í, welcomed all in an open-day gathering filled with the spirit of unity, joy, and celebration.
Summer School 2023: Plans coming to fruition
Summer school attendees are in for a rich and multifaceted experience, featuring engaging workshops inspired by insightful presentations.
Upcoming Webinar: Freedom of religion and belief focused on Iran
A webinar organised by the New Zealand Bahá'í Office of Public Affairs will focus on the human rights situation in Iran regarding freedom of religion or belief.