Honorary Consul of Nepal to Auckland, New Zealand

20/05/2026

The Office of the Honorary Consul of Nepal to New Zealand is pleased to share that the Passport Biometric Renewal Campaign in Wellington, held on 19 and 20 May 2026, was successfully completed.

A total of 129 Nepali citizens from across New Zealand attended the campaign to renew their Nepali passports.

We sincerely thank Embassy of NEPAL , Australia for organising this important service, and The Nepalese Society of Wellington for their valuable logistical and volunteer support.

We also extend our appreciation to Everest Chullo Petone for providing the venue, and to all volunteers and community members who contributed to making the campaign successful.

Thank you all for your continued support.

29/04/2026

On behalf of the Honorary Consulate of Nepal to New Zealand, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Sulav Paudel on his appointment as one of the Multicultural Advisors to the Christchurch City Council.

This is a proud and historic milestone, as Dr. Paudel is understood to be the first person of Nepali origin to be appointed to this prestigious role. His appointment is not only a personal achievement, but also a moment of great pride for the Nepalese community in Christchurch and across Aotearoa New Zealand.

The Nepalese community continues to make meaningful contributions through civic participation, cultural initiatives, professional excellence, and community-led programmes. Dr. Paudel’s appointment reflects this growing engagement and the positive role our community plays in strengthening New Zealand’s multicultural society.

As a Multicultural Advisor, Dr. Paudel will contribute to Christchurch City Council by supporting stronger two-way engagement with diverse communities and advising on inclusive policies that reflect the lived experiences, needs, and aspirations of Christchurch’s multicultural population.

Dr. Paudel’s commitment to community leadership is well recognised. He recently completed his tenure as Funding Coordinator of the NNZFSC Executive Committee, where his strategic vision and disciplined stewardship supported the growth of community initiatives and programme delivery.

We are confident that Dr. Paudel will bring wisdom, dedication, and a strong community voice to this important role. We wish him every success in his new appointment and look forward to seeing his continued contribution to the wider multicultural community of Christchurch and New Zealand.

Dinesh Khadka, MNZM, JP
Honorary Consul of Nepal to New Zealand

23/04/2026

Dear Team,

On behalf of the Honorary Consul of Nepal to New Zealand, I extend my warmest congratulations to the newly announced Executive Team of Yeti Volleyball and Sports Club:

President: Raju Regmi
Treasurer: Roshan Poudel
Secretary: Dal Bahadur Thapa
Members: Bipasa Khanal, Naresh Gurung, Sanjeev GC, Dan Bahadur Shrestha

Your leadership marks an important step in strengthening community engagement and promoting sport among the Nepali diaspora in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Volleyball holds a special place in our national identity as the national sport of Nepal, symbolising teamwork, resilience, and unity. It is encouraging to see this spirit being carried forward through your club’s initiatives and commitment.

We commend your dedication to building not only a strong sporting platform but also a vibrant and connected community. The Consulate looks forward to supporting and working alongside Yeti Volleyball and Sports Club in fostering youth participation, wellbeing, and cultural connection through sport.

Wishing you all the very best for a successful and impactful journey ahead.

Warm regards,
Honorary Consul of Nepal to New Zealand

21/04/2026

📢 CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE

On behalf of the Office of the Honorary Consul of Nepal to New Zealand, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all Nepalese community associations across the South Island for the historic first-ever Nepal Festival held on 18 April! 🎉🇳🇵

What a magnificent success this event stands as a beautiful testament to what can be achieved when our community comes together with unity, passion, and shared purpose. Your collective hard work and dedication have transformed this vision into a vibrant celebration of Nepali culture, heritage, and identity in Aotearoa New Zealand.

We also sincerely thank the Prime Minister of New Zealand, Christopher Luxon and the Leader of the Opposition, Chris Hipkins MP for sharing their kind good wishes through special video messages. Their support means a great deal to our entire community.

A special thank you goes to the Steering Committee, all local organisations, volunteers, and everyone who contributed to making this event so memorable. You have truly done us all proud.

I would also like to extend my sincere appreciation to Suman Giri Bhai for professionally visualising and presenting the festival across social media platforms your work was outstanding and truly elevated the event’s presence.

Furthermore, a big thank you to Kent Harrison from LUMO who has always stood strongly behind our community. Christchurch truly felt like a Nepali city during the festival, thanks to your generous support in showcasing the event across major digital hoardings.

Here’s to many more milestones together as we continue to grow, celebrate, and strengthen our community. Congratulations once again to everyone involved! 🇳🇵🤝🇳🇿

With warm regards,
Dinesh Khadka
Honorary Consul of Nepal to New Zealand

16/04/2026

Congratulations to the New Zealand and Nepalese Sports Association (NZNSA) on this wonderful initiative.

This is a proud and positive step forward for the Nepali community in New Zealand. The establishment of this association will help promote and strengthen Nepali sports in New Zealand, while creating opportunities for people of all ages to come together through sport, teamwork, and community spirit.

It is especially encouraging to see an organisation that aims to support and cover a wide range of sporting activities. This will not only help develop talent and participation, but also encourage unity, health, friendship, and stronger community connections.

Wishing the New Zealand and Nepalese Sports Association every success in its journey ahead. May it continue to grow from strength to strength and play an important role in supporting and uplifting sports within our Nepali community across New Zealand.

Best wishes for a successful future.

13/04/2026

On behalf of the Honorary Consulate of Nepal to New Zealand, I extend my warmest wishes to all Nepalis celebrating the arrival of Nepali New Year 2083.
As we usher in this new year, may it be a period filled with renewed hope, prosperity, happiness, and good health for you and your families. May the spirit of Baisakh 1 inspire us all to embrace new beginnings, strengthen our bonds, and work towards a brighter future.
To our vibrant Nepali community in New Zealand, thank you for your invaluable contributions to this beautiful nation. We are proud of the cultural richness and community spirit you bring. May this New Year further enhance the strong ties between Nepal and New Zealand, fostering greater understanding and cooperation.
Wishing you all a very Happy Nepali New Year 2083!

13/04/2026

On behalf of the Honorary Consul of Nepal to New Zealand, I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to the New Zealand Nepal Society, all supporting organisations, dedicated volunteers, generous sponsors, and the wider public for the successful organisation of Nepal Festival 2026.

We would especially like to acknowledge and sincerely thank the members of the public who attended the festival despite the cyclone warning. Your presence, enthusiasm, and support truly meant a lot and contributed greatly to the success of the event.

Your collective effort, commitment, and passion have beautifully showcased the richness of Nepalese culture and strengthened the spirit of unity within our community here in New Zealand. Events like these not only celebrate our heritage but also build meaningful connections across diverse communities.

At the same time, we would like to kindly request everyone’s continued support in making the upcoming Nepal Festival in Christchurch on 18th of April a grand success. This is a particularly special occasion as it is being organised for the first time in the South Island by NRNA New Zealand in association with the wider Nepalese community and organisations.

We sincerely appreciate your continued support and look forward to working together for the benefit and unity of our community.

Warm regards,
Honorary Consul of Nepal to New Zealand

12/04/2026

11/04/2026

On behalf of the Honorary Consul of Nepal in New Zealand, I would like to extend my warmest congratulations to the newly elected team of the Nepal New Zealand Friendship Society of Canterbury (NNZFSC).

I would like to especially acknowledge the leadership of Mr. Amulya Nepal and his team. Your commitment to serving and strengthening the Nepali community is truly commendable, and we are confident that your leadership will bring positive energy, unity, and meaningful progress to the community.

The Consulate office looks forward to working closely with NNZFSC in the future. We are always happy to collaborate on initiatives that benefit the Nepali community and further strengthen the ties between Nepal and New Zealand.

Wishing you all the very best for a successful and impactful tenure ahead.

President : Amulya
Vice president: Ishwor Thapa
Secretary: Ramesh Tiwari
Treasurer: Jitendra Lama
Members:

Sheetal Sharma
Nabina Niroula
Bibek GC
Babin Ghimire
Nabin Pradhan

08/04/2026

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EMBASSY OF NEPAL
CANBERRA