Italian Short Film Night 2026
The Embassy of Italy in Wellington is pleased to announce its partnership with Show Me Shorts, now in its 10th year, to present once again the Italian Short Film Night, an annual event dedicated to contemporary Italian cinema. The initiative brings to New Zealand audiences a curated selection of six recent Italian short films, offering a range […]
Read moreIMPORTANT NOTICE: Temporary Suspension of Consular Services
Users are hereby informed that consular services for Italian nationals will be temporarily suspended from 25 March 2026 to 27 March 2026 due to a temporary operational shutdown of our systems. This is a scheduled and urgent technical intervention which will result in a temporary interruption of services.
Read moreScholarships for International Students – University of Chieti-Pescara (AY 2026/2027)
The University of Chieti-Pescara “G. d’Annunzio” has launched a call for applications for 15 scholarships for international students enrolling in Bachelor’s or Master’s degree programmes for the academic year 2026/2027. The scholarships include: a financial contribution of €6,000; full exemption from university tuition fees (excluding minor administrative costs); dedicated support services, including orientation, integration, and […]
Read moreRoman Statue at Victoria University of Wellington: Cultural Cooperation between Italy and New Zealand
On 9 March 2026, at Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington, a ceremony was held for the public unveiling of a marble head, depicting a Roman woman from the Antonine period (II sec.), preserved in the collection of the University’s Classics Museum. The artifact, which had been illegally exported from Italy, was acquired […]
Read moreScholarships for International Master’s Degrees – University of Verona
The University of Verona has opened the call for pre-admission requests and applications for scholarships and reduced student contributions for international students enrolling in the academic year 2026/2027. The initiative offers 15 scholarships and 48 reduced student contributions (flat-rate fees). The opportunity is addressed to students holding a degree obtained abroad, who are not Italian […]
Read moreMusic Evening hosted by the Honorary Consul of Italy in Auckland!
At the end of February, the Honorary Consul of Italy in Auckland Lindsey Jones hosted the first recital of the year. The concert featured an original ensemble of flute, marimba and piano, performed by Luca Manghi, Steve Logan and David Kelly. The programme included works by three New Zealand composers Bjorn Artsen, Hannah Kagawa and […]
Read moreReferendum Costituzionale 2026: RILASCIO DEI DUPLICATI e aperture al pubblico straordinarie
Si informa che A PARTIRE DA DOMENICA 8 MARZO 2026 gli elettori che non hanno ricevuto il plico elettorale per il voto per corrispondenza in occasione del Referendum Costituzionale del 22 e 23 marzo al proprio indirizzo di residenza potranno richiederne un DUPLICATO all’Ambasciata d’Italia a Wellington. La richiesta di duplicato potrà essere presentata di […]
Read moreCALL FOR APPLICATIONS 2026 – Financial Grants and Prizes for the Promotion of Italian Books, the translation of Literary and Scientific Works, and Audiovisual Productions
The 2026 Announcement provides financial grants and cash prizes to support the international promotion of Italian language and culture. The programme includes: Financial grants are available for projects scheduled for publication or release from 1 July 2026 onwards 💶 Prizes (€5,000 each) are awarded to works already translated or released since 1 January 2025 🏆 […]
Read moreTravel Advisory – Temporary Visa Holders in New Zealand affected by current travel disruptions in the Middle East
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade of New Zealand has issued advice for temporary visa holders affected by current travel disruptions in the Middle East. Temporary visa holders are encouraged to consult Immigration New Zealand’s website, outlining available visa options and steps to take if travel or visa status is affected: 🔗 https://www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/news-centre/middle-east-advice-for-temporary-visa-holders-in-new-zealand-affected-by-travel-disruptions/ If […]
Read morePublic Notice – Search for sponsorship for Italian Cultural and Promotional Events 2026
The Embassy of Italy in Wellington informs interested public and private entities that it is possible to enter into sponsorship agreements in support of the Italian cultural and promotional initiatives organised by the Embassy during 2026. Sponsorship opportunities include, among others, the celebration of the Italian Republic Day and additional cultural and promotional events to […]
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