Celebrations
Geoff Laird Award for 2025
- 7 April 2026
- Greg Barnes
Noel Townsley recently travelled to the Whangarei Orchid Society meeting to present Tania and Hubert of Ninox Orchids with the Geoff Laird Award for 2025. Awarded by the New Zealand Orchid Society, this honour recognises outstanding orchids grown and exhibited by orchid growers throughout New Zealand.
New Zealand Orchid Society Christmas Celebration 2025
- 8 February 2026
- Greg Barnes
The New Zealand Orchid Society wrapped up the orchid year in festive style with our Christmas Celebration held on 6 December 2025 at the Auckland Horticultural Council. Good food and fellowship was enjoyed by all
The Waitakere Orchid Club Show - 2025
- 29 August 2025
- Greg Barnes
Our display at the Waitakere Orchid Club Show won second place.
Mike Leaity: The Ken Blackman Award
- 26 August 2025
- Greg Barnes
At our AGM, the Ken Blackman Award was presented to Mike Leaity for his dedicated work in training and supporting our judges.
Recognising New Zealand Orchid Society Judges
- 23 August 2025
- Greg Barnes
Larissa and Liz celebrating their achievement as fully accredited NZOS Judges.
Celebrating Richard Legg: Gold Medal of Achievement Recipient
- 20 August 2025
- Greg Barnes
Recognising Richard's outstanding service to the New Zealand Orchid Society
Mid Winter Christmas Celebration - July 2025
- 16 July 2025
- Greg Barnes
Our Mid-Winter Christmas Celebration