[1] In 2006, NZPBA had its first female national champion with Daniella Smith defeating Sue Glassey for the super welterweight title.

On the same night, NZPBA had New Zealand's first female professional boxing referee, with Shelley Ashton officiating Nailini Helu vs. Kirsty Lupeamanu.

Former NZPBA President Lance Revill is known for sharing his opinions with New Zealand's local media, causing major scrutiny to the association.

[5] In February 2017, it was announced that due to backlash against his comments against Parker, Revill resigned as president of NZPBA.

Kain Parsons was taken to Christchurch Hospital's intensive care unit, but he died four days later after the event.