← → The following lists events that happened during 1897 in New Zealand.

The 13th New Zealand Parliament continues with the Liberal Party in power.

See: Category:Parliament of New Zealand, New Zealand elections National Champions, Men Arthur Holder is the first athlete to win four titles at a single championships (he is also second in the 100 yards).

[2] National Champion: R.J. Barnes of Wellington.

[3] The National amateur championships were held in Auckland[4] National Champions[6] National Champions (Men) Provincial club rugby champions include: Ballinger Belt – Private A. Ballinger (Wellington Guards) Provincial league champions:[7] National Champions (Men) National Championships Media related to 1897 in New Zealand at Wikimedia Commons