Below is a list of current ceremonies that require KC attendance. Please click the registration link for those you wish to attend and enter the appropriate details. You do not need to log in to the NZBA system to register.
Attendance - can be in person or remotely. See individual ceremonies for options.
Attire for ceremonies is either:
- full ceremonial attire – which includes a wig, white court shirt, bands, black jacket and gown; or
- a gown over business clothing.
Please note: Wigs should not be worn unless full traditional attire is selected.
Members who are not attired in one of those ways may join the ceremony by sitting behind the bar, in the public gallery. Please email us if you have any questions.
Swearing in Ceremony | Associate Judge Wroe | 16 September 2026
Members are invited to attend the swearing in ceremony for Associate Judge Wroe as an Associate Judge of the High Court.
This ceremony will be held on Wednesday 16 September at the Auckland High Court at 4pm. All should be seated by 3:50pm.
Remote facilities will be available, and refreshments will follow the ceremony.
KCs wanting to attend, please RSVP HERE
Final Sitting | Judge Kellar | 24 September 2026
Members are invited to attend the final sitting for Judge Paul Kellar.
This ceremony will be held on Thursday 24 September at the Christchurch District Court at 3.30pm in courtroom 12.
KCs wanting to attend, please RSVP HERE
Final Sitting | Judge Singh | 23 October 2026
Members are invited to attend the final sitting for Judge Ajit Singh.
This ceremony will be held on Friday 23 October at the Auckland District Court at 3.30pm in courtroom 7.
KCs wanting to attend, please RSVP HERE