1871 in New Zealand
The following lists events that happened during 1871 in New Zealand. Incumbents. Government and law. The 1871 election takes place between 14 January and 1 February. The 5th New Zealand Parliament commences. 1 February – Māori elections are held for the first time in conjunction with a general election, although the first Māori MPs had been elected in 1868. Sport. Athletics. The first amateur club is formed, in South Canterbury. Professional athletics is already well established. Shooting. Ballinger Belt: Captain Wales (Otago)