Orange Order in New Zealand
protestant fraternity in New Zealand
In the 1840s, the Orange Order was brought to New Zealand by Irish Protestant immigrants who carried overseas warrants issued by the Grand Lodge of Ireland. This led to Orange Lodges being established across the country. The Grand Orange Lodge of New Zealand was established in 1908. The Grand Orange Lodge of New Zealand is the governing body of the Orange Order in New Zealand, which governs and oversees the regional districts and Orange Lodges across the nation. Representatives from New Zealand travel triennially to partake in the Imperial Orange Council meetings.
The New Zealand Grand Orange Lodge is associated under the wider Orange Order, established in 1795 in Loughgall, County Armagh, following the Battle of the Diamond. The organisation focuses on preserving Orange heritage, the Reformed Faith, doing charitable work, loyalty to the sovereign and teachings of Holy Scripture.
In the mid-late 19th century, Orange Lodges grew rapidly in the North and South Islands. The Orange Order was an influential social and religious organisation among sections of New Zealand's Protestant community.
Although its membership has declined since the mid-twentieth century, the Order continues to operate lodges and participate in charitable, cultural, and commemorative activities.
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