Anyone can make a proposal to name a place or feature in New Zealand, on our continental shelf and in our Antarctic area of interest. There is no cost for making a proposal.
Deadlines
The Board’s three hui in 2024 are:
- Tuesday 30 April. The deadline for submitting place name proposals is Tuesday 5 March.
- Tuesday 18 June. The deadline for submitting place name proposals is Tuesday 23 April.
- Tuesday 15 October. The deadline for submitting place name proposals is Tuesday 20 August.
For all three hui, place name proposals must be received at least eight weeks beforehand to be considered. Any proposals received after the deadlines will be considered at the Board’s next hui.
Your privacy
Proposals become a public record so your name may be released under an Official Information Act request.
