List of events
The following lists events that happened during 1876 in New Zealand.
Incumbents
Regal and viceregal
Government and law
The 1875 general election, which started on 29 December, concludes on 4 January. The 6th New Zealand Parliament commences.
Premier Atkinson abolishes the New Zealand provincial system on 1 November.[1]
Main centre leaders
Sport
Cricket
The Otago Cricket Association is formed.[4]
Horse racing
Major race winners
- New Zealand Cup – Guy Fawkes
- New Zealand Derby – Songster
- Auckland Cup – Ariel
- Wellington Cup – Korari
Lawn bowls
The first interclub competition in the country is held between the Dunedin and Fernhill clubs.[4]
Rugby union
- Rugby clubs were founded in Marton, Bulls, and Sanson, Oamaru, Hawera, Patea, Invercargill, Otautau, Riverton, Greytown, Masterton, Rangiora, Waimate, Kaiapoi and Te Awamutu.[5]
- A combined side from Canterbury toured Nelson, Wellington (at Lower Hutt), and Auckland (at Ellerslie)[5]
Shooting
Ballinger Belt – Private J. Willocks (Clutha)[6]