← → The following lists events that happened during 1898 in New Zealand.

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

Leader of the Opposition – William Russell.

[2] National Champions, Men:[5] National Champion: The National Amateur Championships were held in Christchurch[7] National Champions[9] National Champions (Men) Provincial club rugby champions include: Ballinger Belt – Private J. McGregor (Oamaru Rifles) Provincial league champions:[10] National champions (Men) National champions Media related to 1898 in New Zealand at Wikimedia Commons