Past Event19 Sep 2018

Sunrise Celebration - Suffrage Day

No longer available

Aotea Square

Special Events

Join Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and MC Jennifer Ward-Lealand as we honour the fight for gender equality in Aotearoa. The morning’s Suffrage 125 celebrations will continue with renowned songstress Annie Crummer and New Zealand Poet Laureate Selina Tusitala Marsh performing live, along with other women leaders and musical guests.

Be a part of history at this special event that marks 125 years since New Zealand became the first country where women were able to vote in a general election. This event is hosted by the National Council of Women, Auckland Council and Auckland Live.

Buy your breakfast or a hot beverage from one of the visiting food trucks while you enjoy the entertainment. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is scheduled to speak just after 7am, so make sure you arrive with plenty of time to get a good spot.  

Free admission.

Feminism is not just about women; it’s about letting all people lead fuller lives
Jane Fonda, actor

Other Women 20-18 include:


Image: Suffragists, London. 
Auckland War Memorial Museum Tāmaki Paenga Hira. PH-NEG-C11446.

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