Whanganui, Let's Talk: Resilience & Mental Health with Sir John Kirwan

Tue Mar 24 2026 at 12:30 am to 02:00 am UTC+13:00

Whanganui War Memorial Centre, Concert Chamber | Wanganui

Westpac NZ
Publisher/HostWestpac NZ
Whanganui, Let's Talk: Resilience & Mental Health with Sir John Kirwan
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Westpac New Zealand is proud to welcome Sir John Kirwan to Whanganui for an inspiring conversation on mental health, resilience, and the importance of looking after ourselves and each other.
A Westpac Ambassador for over a decade, Sir John Kirwan (JK) has dedicated much of his life to helping New Zealanders feel more confident talking about mental health. While he’s known around the world as an All Black legend, it’s his honesty, vulnerability, and advocacy off the field that have made him one of Aotearoa’s most respected and influential voices.
About the Event
Join us for a free morning session where JK will share openly about his personal mental health journey - from navigating depression while performing at the highest level, to the tools, habits, and mindset shifts that support his wellbeing today. You’ll gain practical insights, relatable stories, and down to earth guidance you can apply in your own life, your whānau, and your community.
Event Details:
• Doors open at 10:30am and JK begins speaking at 11:00am
• The event is being hosted in the Concert Chamber at the Whanganui War Memorial Centre.
This is a special opportunity to hear from one of New Zealand’s most admired leaders and to reflect on what resilience truly means in our modern world.
Registrations are essential. Get your free ticket at westpac.co.nz/jk-whanganui
This is a very popular event so tickets are limited to four per person.
We’d love for you to join us.
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Event Venue

Whanganui War Memorial Centre, Concert Chamber, Whanganui War Memorial Centre, Watt St, Wanganui, Whanganui 4500, New Zealand

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