The New Zealand section of the IFFR invite you to join us in Auckland between the 10th and 13th April, 2026. We have arranged accommodation located near train services and central to our visit locations.

Auckland

Auckland in early April offers Flying Rotarians ideal conditions for a visit, as the city transitions into autumn with some of the year’s most pleasant weather. Temperatures typically range from 14–21°C (57–70°F), with warm, stable days and crisp evenings—perfect flying weather with generally good visibility and lighter winds than the summer months.

For aviation-minded Rotarians, early April aligns well with the southern hemisphere aviation calendar. Auckland Airport maintains full international connectivity, while Ardmore and North Shore airfields enjoy excellent operating conditions.

Accommodation

Accommodation has been arranged at the Ibis Auckland Ellerslie.

72–112 Green Lane East, Ellerslie
Auckland 1051
New Zealand

Phone: +64 9 529 9091
Reservations: Book here

Rooms are held for 10–13 April 2026. When booking, please mention you are with the International Fellowship of Flying Rotarians (IFFR).

The negotiated rate is NZ$129 per standard room and will be held until 23 February 2026.

The hotel is a 4-minute walk from Greenlane train station and close to Auckland Racing Club and the CBD.

Program

For the duration of your visit, two minibuses have been hired. Guests with their own vehicles may park at the hotel.

Friday 10 April

• 6:00 pm – Meet and greet (pre-dinner drinks, own cost)
• 7:00 pm – Dinner at a local restaurant (own cost)

Saturday 11 April

• 09:00 – Ferry departs Half Moon Bay for Waiheke Island
• 09:55 – Arrive at Kennedy Point Wharf and begin guided tour
• 10:15 – Visit Ostend Market
• 11:00 – Allpress Olive Groves tasting
• 12:00 – Wine tasting at Wild Estate Vineyard
• 12:30 – Lunch at Wild Estate
• 14:00 – Visit Onetangi Beach
• 14:45 – Waiheke Community Art Gallery
• 16:30 – Ferry back to Half Moon Bay
• 17:30 – BBQ and social evening at Peter Armstrong’s home with transport back to the hotel at the conclusion.

Sunday 12 April

09:30 – Visit MOTAT (Museum of Transport and Technology), including Aviation Hall

12:30 – Visit Auckland Maritime Museum and sail on the Ted Ashby

18:00 – Dinner at a local restaurant (TBD)

Monday 13 April

• Departures and farewells

Registration

Registration fee: $250 per person

Registration Form

For further details, contact:
Peter Armstrong
+64 21 883 080
pestar05@gmail.com