NZ ASIAN LAWYERS EVENT OF THE YEAR 2026

We warmly invite you to NZAL's signature event of the year, held on the 3rd of May in Auckland CBD.

Kia ora · Namaste · Vanakkam · Sat Sri Akal · 您好 · こんにちは · 안녕하세요 · Xin chào · Sawasdee · Selamat Sejahtera · Apa khabar · Ayubowan · Assalamu alaikum · Salam · Mabuhay · Kamusta · Nomoshkar · Tashi Delek

With great pride, we warmly invite you to our premier annual celebration—an elegant gathering recognising the achievements, leadership, and lasting contributions of Asian lawyers and the Asian community across Aotearoa New Zealand.

We are honoured to have an outstanding line-up of distinguished guests. The Honourable Judith Collins and Shadow Attorney-General Vanushi Walters will be joining us as guest speakers at the event, and Sir Anand Satyanand will be presented the inaugural Lifetime Membership of New Zealand Asian Lawyers.

Date: Sunday, 3 May 2026
Time: 12:30pm – 3:30pm

Location: The Sunset Bar, Sudima Auckland City, 63–67 Nelson Street, Auckland 1010

Dress Code: Formal attire. Traditional Indian and Asian dress—such as sarees, sherwanis, cheongsams, hanboks, and batik—are warmly encouraged.

Culinary Experience:

Guests will enjoy a curated selection of Indian-inspired canapés, including:

• Chicken Lollipops: French-trimmed wings with house spices and coriander chutney
• Fish Amritsari: Market fish with mint and coriander chutney.
• Palak Patta Aloo Tikki Chaat (V): Smashed potato patty with crisp spinach and tamarind reduction
• Jaituni Paneer Tikka (V, GFO): House-pressed cottage cheese with cashew pesto.
• Hara Bhara Kebab (V): Spinach and vegetable patty with tangy chutney.
• Seekh Kebabs: Minced lamb with kebab masala and mint chutney.
• Mumbai Mini Vada Pao (V): Toasted pav with potato fritters and garlic crumble.
• Cocktail Vegetable Samosas (V)

Proudly Sponsored By:

The Law Association of New Zealand

Spark New Zealand Trading Limited

Vincent Capital Limited

Hermitage Group Limited

Tickets:
$120 per person for non-members.

$95 per person for members of NZAL, TLANZ, NZ Korean Lawyers Association.

Early booking is recommended as capacity is limited.

This promises to be a memorable afternoon of celebration, connection, and shared pride. We would be honoured by your presence and look forward to hosting our organisation’s biggest event of the year.