Highlights of our 2005 Events Calendar

Summer Drinks Party 7 July 2005

Held in the Penthouse at New Zealand House, Haymarket, enjoy superb New Zealand wines, food and company and marvel at the stunning 360views of the skyline of London.

The New Zealand Society was established in 1927 as a dining club for New Zealanders in London. It has now developed into a modern dynamic not for profit organisation that promotes the interests of New Zealand and Kiwis in the United Kingdom. Each year an interesting and varied programme of social, cultural and sporting events is created by a dedicated team of volunteers, who are passionate about developing and promoting activities that encourage a better understanding of Aotearoa. The society through its membership and fundraising is also active in assisting institutions such as the British Museum in the restoration of New Zealand artefacts. Benefits of Membership: Priority bookings Discounted event prices Member only events Newsletter Easy to use links to a wide range of New Zealand companies in the UK Special offers from Sponsors and other members An opportunity to profile your business or involvement in other organisations ot our membership

Visit to Marlborough House 18 July 2005 (Member only event) A tour of the house and garden in Pall Mall including a brief presentation by Commonwealth Secretary General - Don McKinnon. Guided tour of Kew Gardens 24 July 2005
Back by popular demand, a guided tour of the Gardens followed by lunch on Kew Green

North Island v South Island Cricket Match 4 September 2005

Join the NZ Society and London NZ Cricket Club at this inter island clash!

Wine Tasting 13 October 2005

To be conducted by Chris Scott of Thirty/Fifty Wines in the newly refurbished Penthouse at NZ House.

New Zealand Dinner and Film evening October 2005 Christmas Marketplace November 2005 Waitangi Day Dinner at The Dorchester, Parklane Feb 2006
This premier event at the Dorchester, Park Lane showcases the finest NZ food and wine. Entertainment includes a performance by a contemporary Maori arts group, guest speaker and dancing into the small hours to a live band.
Membership Fees per year Single = 25.00 Couple = 37.50 Single over 65 = 15.50 Couple over 65 = 22.00 Corp 3 employees = 75.00 Corp 10 employees = 125 Effective as of January 1st 2005

If you would like to know more about the New Zealand Society please either contact the NZ Society Secretary on tel: 07985 986 538, or email us at: nzsociety@tiscali.co.uk or visit our website www.nzsociety.co.uk . To become a member please complete the membership form on the reverse and send it with your cheque to the Membership Secretary.