Welcome to the New Zealand Society of Great Britain
Connecting collectors worldwide through the stamps and postal history of New Zealand and its Dependencies. Founded in 1952. Open to beginners and specialists alike.
About Us
We bring together people who love New Zealand stamps and postal history. Most members live in the United Kingdom, and many are international. From Chalon Heads to modern commemoratives, there is room for every type of collector here.
- Classic and modern stamp issues
- Postal history including air mails and Antarctic material
- Health, Christmas, and commemorative issues
- Revenues and definitive postage stamps
The Kiwi Journal
Our journal, The Kiwi, is published six times a year. Each issue includes expert articles, new research, members’ discussion, and discoveries from across New Zealand philately.
- General and specialist articles
- Debate and correspondence between members
- Digital archive access for historic volumes
Digital Access
You can download PDFs of back issues of The Kiwi and view recent editions online.
- Volumes 1 to 69 (1952-2020) are free to download
- Recent years are available in the members’ area
- All members can log in to view current issues
Meetings and Events
We meet regularly in person and online. Come along for talks, displays, research sharing, and friendly discussion.
- London meetings every two months
- Regional groups in the North West and Scotland
- Online meetings in the months between face to face events
- A Residential Workshop is held every 2 or 3 years
Member Benefits
Membership gives you access to publications, events, trading, and world class research support.
- The Kiwi journal six times a year
- Packet circuit for UK members
- Annual auction with specialist material
- Access to our research archive
- Use of the Royal Philatelic Society London library
Research and Resources
We are building a major research archive on New Zealand philately for members and future researchers.
- Original New Zealand Government documents
- Campbell Paterson newsletters and bulletins
- Mrs Purdon illustrated covers
- Unpublished member research including Personalised Stamps (2019 to 2020) and the 1931 Smiling Boys Health issue
- Links to NZ Post Focus Magazines and early stamp bulletins.
Related projects include Johnny Barkley’s New Zealand Postal Stationery Cards website, a review of Neil Donen’s book on the 1935 trans-Tasman Jubilee flight, and Rick Parsons’ SG and CP catalogue checklists.
Ready to join the Society?
Become part of a friendly community dedicated to New Zealand stamps and postal history. Enjoy The Kiwi journal, meetings in person and online, member’s research, and practical collecting support.
Prefer to explore first? Browse our meetings and member benefits.