Central Otago is  a rugged land  with a long and proud history. Early Pakeha roamed the hills looking for gold which they found in abundance making  our region back then one of the wealthiest in  Aotearoa.  Once the rush was over many stayed on working hard  to break in the land, feed their families and create multicultural settlements which embraced  a range of  industries.  This rich history  has made Central Otago a unique region which we will showcase during the convention. Come join us from Friday 6th November to Monday 9th November.

On Saturday 7th November and Monday 9th  November we will visit a range of gardens,  celebrate local boutique  industries and  demonstrate  that the golden days are still very much in vogue. The cry that went around the diggings  in those early days “there’s gold in them there hills” is  still as relevant today as it was a 150 years ago – come and   experience for yourself all that the region has to offer.

 Any enquiries to Lynda Crossen  moc.liamgobfsctd-6bd5db@sizn.rerusaert

2026 NZIS National Convention in  Alexandra

Hosted by Central Otago Iris Group

Friday 6 November to Monday 9 November

Venue: Community House, 14-20 Centennial Avenue, Alexandra

Early Bird Registration Fee from Friday until Monday, $240.00 per person includes:

• Friday evening nibbles
• Saturday packed lunch and garden entries
• Sunday m/tea, lunch and dinner (drinks own cost)
• Monday packed lunch and garden entries (café m/tea at own cost)

Members, bring your own drink requirements for Saturday and Monday morning and afternoon teas.

Please register by 14 September 2026. After this date, there will be a late fee of $50. No registrations will be accepted after 12 October.

Forward completed form by email to Lynda Crossen moc.liamgobfsctd-241faa@sizn.rerusaert or mail to Lynda Crossen, 109 Cairds Road, Southburn, 2 RD, Timaru 7972

Payment by internet banking only: New Zealand Iris Society

Account 02 1210 0001241 00 Please include your name as reference

Friday evening registration starts from 5.45 pm

• Saturday garden visits
• Sunday in house day
• Monday garden visits

Please can members bring 2 plants each for the sales table