The online entry form, Humanitix link for credit card payment (online banking also accepted) and Vega links are now available on the dedicated Congress page: https://compete.newzealandchess.co.nz/event/132nd-congress-2025/ The prize fund of at least $11,000 is guaranteed and will be increased if entries allow.
Read MoreIt is my very sad duty to announce the passing of Anton Reid on Saturday 4th May 2024. A doyen of Upper Hutt Chess Club and a Life Member of Upper Hutt Chess Club and the New Zealand Chess Federation (NZCF), Anton joined the Upper Hutt Chess Club in 1962.
Read MoreNZCF Council is delighted to announce the New Zealand Olympiad teams for the 45th Olympiad to be hosted by Budapest, Hungary, 10-23 September 2024. The teams: Open Team The Open Team is not in board order – this will be confirmed closer to the closing date of registration (order here
Read MoreAfter 20 years of offering higher-level training, Kasparov Chess Foundation (KCF) now has a programme available for beginners and aspiring club players alike. From complete beginners to experienced players, their programme offers four distinct levels to suit students’ needs: https://www.kcfacademy.org/programs/ has all the information and students can sign up there.
Read MoreCongratulations to FM Nicolas Croad, New Zealand Champion for 2024! As outright NZ champion, he has also earned automatic selection for the Olympiad Team if available. https://compete.newzealandchess.co.nz/events/olympiad/ has more details and the Olympiad Team application form (applications will be open 14-28 January). Congratulations also to Dion Wilson, New Zealand Major
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