Ireland in New Zealand
Ireland is fortunate to enjoy special ties of kinship and history with New Zealand.
Our small island nations have much that binds us with rich cultures and open economies. Both countries sit on the edges of our respective continents.
Wellington Embassy Youth Council
Building a bridge between the rangatahi of Aotearoa New Zealand and Ireland
Technology fuelling an Irish language revival
Conradh na Gaeilge New Zealand contributes to a healthy Irish language community in NZ
The Hutt Valley Irish Society
Helping members discover their ancestoral roots
In conversation: Jane Quinn
National Coordinator of the Friends of Ireland speaks on Irish community life
Working together on global issues
We share many values as reflected in our commitment to advance fundamental freedoms.
In collaboration, we work across a wide range of areas of global concern from disarmament, the promotion of the rule of law and human rights, to agritech solutions and agricultural emissions research.
While New Zealand and Ireland are competitors on the rugby field, our close ties have made it a rivalry of deep mutual respect. This is bound by a connection and bond forged over many generations.
33,000
New Zealanders visited Ireland in 2017
NZ$126 million
of New Zealand goods were exported to Ireland in 2021
1 in 6
New Zealanders claim Irish heritage
Discover Ireland in New Zealand
Explore stories that illustrate the shared values, along with deep cultural and social connections between Ireland and New Zealand.
12
GAA sports clubs are currently active in New Zealand
$150k
was granted to organisations in New Zealand through our Emigrant Support Programme in 2022
Team Ireland in New Zealand
The Embassy works closely with Irish state agencies in New Zealand and at home, to promote trade, tourism and inward investment.
Embassy of Ireland, New Zealand
The Embassy works to:
- promote and protect Irish interests in New Zealand
- strengthen political and economic relationships
- support the Irish community
- advance cultural ties and promote Irish arts.