BOAF 2026
INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION
New Zealand Hosts
Birds Of A Feather International Convention
March 8th-11th 2026
The Kiwi Crew are looking forward to hosting you and sharing some fellowship.
Before and after the convention we hope to show you some golf, fishing, touring, beaches, zip lining, bungy jumping, surfing, boating, walking, bike riding, Lord of the Rings, Hobbiton etc. It will be fun getting you to our home groups as you tour around our beautiful land. We have Birds all around the country. Late February and early March is a perfect time to travel. Tail end of summer and start of shoulder season.
Provisional Convention Timetable
Sunday 8th March New Comers
All day registration
18-1900 Closed BOAF and Significant Others meetings
Monday 9th March Recovery
0745-0845 Closed BOAF and Significant Others meetings
0915-2030 Auckland Bus tour, MOTAT Aviation
Hall tour, City of Sails, Dinner and a Speaker
See PDF Convention Guide Book for Afternoon Adventure Options
Tuesday 10th March Unity
0700 Buffet Breakfast
08-0900 Closed BOAF and Significant Others meetings
0930-1030 Closed BOAF Business Meeting
11-1500 Open Education. Guest Speakers including Doctor, BOAF, AA, NZ and Al Anon family support. (Open to some friends of BOAF)
1800 Banquet and Speaker. (Open to some friends of BOAF)
Weds 11th March Service
0700 Buffet Breakfast (Sponsored by Nests)
08-0900 Closed Service and Spiritual Breakfast
Registration for BOAF 2026
International Convention
NZD $340
Convention Ticket to event…..
Convention fee includes all meals on 10th March and Banquet
Business Meeting
Banquet
Goodie Bag
Banquet Dress code: Semi-Formal with a PacificFlair.
Smart with a touch of island flair. Bright colours, elegant prints and relaxed sophistication encouraged. Leave your jandals at home.
Ticket Prices on Website Purchase are in US Dollar Form
*****Attendees MUST fill in the Registration Form at the Bottom of this Website Page after Booking your Convention Ticket*****
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Birdventures & Souvenirs
NZD $150
Includes Entry to MOTAT Aviation Hall, Dinner and Speaker at Air New Zealand Downtown Office.
9th March – City of Sails Bus Tour
We are looking forward to showing you the beautiful city of Auckland, Tamaki Makaurau. Turquoise waters surrounded by volcanic hills captures the essence of the ‘City of Sails’.
Time Table:
0915–Depart Holiday Inn
1000–Arrive MOTAT Aviation Hall
1200–Depart MOTAT
1220–Arrive Auckland Viaduct
Excursion Events
(Recovery)
March 9th 2026
New Zealand
We are looking forward to showing you the beautiful city of Auckland, Tamaki Makaurau. Turquoise waters surrounded by volcanic hills captures the essence of the ‘City of Sails’.
Morning MOTAT Aviation Hall
Time Table:
0915 – Depart Holiday Inn
1000 – Arrive MOTAT Aviation Hall
1200 – Depart MOTAT
1220 – Arrive Auckland Viaduct
Afternoon On The Water
Options A-D (Choose your afternoon/More info below)
14-1600 – A. Americas Cup Sailing
1515-1645 – B. Auckland Harbour Sailing
13-1700 – C. Devonport Ferry.
13-1700 – D. Explore the City by land
Dinner
1700 – Air NZ Headquarters open to relax
1800 – Dinner and Speaker
2030 – Depart to Holiday Inn
March 9th Afternoon on the Water Excursion Options
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Option A Americas Cup Experience Duration 2 Hours
Americas Cup
Experience Duration 2 Hours
1400-1600 9th March NZD $168
Participate in sailing. Take the helm, do some grinding. Learn about NZ Americas Cup History. If we get enough BOAF bookings, say 20-30, Explore Group will put us together on a second Americas Cup boat to match race against the Public on the first boat. This is very hands on however you can just sit on the side and watch.
*You must buy your own ticket.
CODE: BOAF26
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Option B Auckland Harbour Sailing Duration 1h30m
Auckland harbour
Sailing Duration 1h30m
1515-1645 9th March NZD $88
Sit back and relax or get involved and help our friendly, knowledgeable crew sail our purpose built 50 foot yachts. Enjoy the afternoon on the water with your choice of fresh coffee, tea or a hot chocolate plus a delicious sweet treat. Views of the iconic Auckland city skyline from the water and sail under the Harbour Bridge.
Call for accessibility requirements
*You must buy your own ticket.
CODE: BOAF26
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Option C Auckland Devonport Ferry
Auckland Ferry to Devonport
NZD $23.
You can buy your tickets at Ferry terminal on the day.
Long lunch, cafes, walk up North Head or Mount Victoria. Stroll along the waterfront or have a swim. Browse boutique shops These tickets can be bought on the day at the Ferry
*You must buy your own ticket.
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Option D Afternoon Walk Around Auckland
Afternoon walk around Auckland
Option D Leave from Viaduct
For those that wish to remain on land there are plenty of options for some walking sight seeing, exploring and shopping.
Auckland Maritime Museum close to bus drop off.
Auckland War Memorial Museum, Cenotaph and Domain.
Climb Mount Eden volcano.
Bus, walk or lime scooter around waterfront.
City parks walking.
All Blacks Rugby Experience Museum.
Find the best coffee or ice cream. Long lunch.
Shopping in Queen Street, Parnell, Ponsonby or Newmarket.
See Convention Guide Book for Links
Book Your Stay
Accommodations
Reservation Made Separate from Convention Tickets
IHG® Hotels & Resorts Holiday
Inn Auckland Airport
2 Ascot Road, Airport Oaks
Auckland, 2150,
New Zealand
+64 (0) 9 275 1059
Hotel group bookings now available. $200NZD including taxes per night. Includes one night either side of convention. IE 7-12th March 2026. Arrangements can be made to stay longer. Rates available up until 30 days prior to event.
The Group link is created for March 7th-12th 2026. The room rates are NZD$200.00 for a Standard King or Twin Room. Reservations will need to be cancelled before 6pm on the day of arrival. Rooms are not held part of your group link group block and are subject to hotel availability.
Questions or Addiational Stay: Contact Emily
Groups Reservations Agent
Auckland Airport
Ray Emery Drive, Māngere, Auckland 2022, New Zealand
Arriving at the Airport
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Transportation to and From Auckland Airport
Many transport options are available for getting to and from Auckland Airport, which is conveniently located between both Auckland city and Manukau city.
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BOAF International Convention Cancellation Policy:
21 Days Out 50% Refund
10 Days Out “Thank You for your Contribution to BOAF International”
No Refunds on Merchandise
Please send us a email if you prefer this registration as your only option.
Contact Us
Questions about the Convention????
(Fill out the Form Below)
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Brian H
New Zealand BOAF Convention Host
+64211129556
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COLIN D.
New Zealand BOAF Convention Host
+6421899663
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Greg C.
BOAF Trusted Servant
Secretary
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Beth O.
BOAF Trusted Servant
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