New Zealand Governor-General’s visit to Tokelau

The Governor-General of New Zealand, Rt Hon Dame Cindy Kiro, and Dr Richard Davies will travel to Tokelau from Samoa aboard HMNZS Canterbury on 10 February 2026, to mark the centenary of New Zealand administration of Tokelau on 11 February 2026.

Their Excellencies will visit each of Tokelau’s three atolls – Fakaofo, Nukunonu, and Atafu – and their programme on each atoll will include a welcome ceremony, meetings with Taupulega (councils of elders) and Fatupaepae (women’s groups), as well as visits to major infrastructure projects, including schools, hospitals, and renewable energy sites.

The Governor-General’s visit seeks to reaffirm the special bonds between New Zealand and Tokelau – a non-self-governing territory within the Realm of New Zealand. Please note that this advisory is accurate as of 7 February and may be subject to change.