a more effective tool for policy activism and campaign activity. Regional Teams As of 2011, The Young Nationals are divided into five regions nationwide: Northern; Central North Island; Lower North Island; Canterbury-Westland; and Southern. Each of these regions are headed by their own Chair and executive group and supervised by a National Executive, elected annually during the National Party Conference. Some regions of the Young Nationals also may have branches. These include the Alfred Street Young Nationals, which are based in Auckland and considered a counter group to the Princes Street Labour movement and VicNats which is based around Victoria University. In 2011, the Young Nationals celebrated 75 years as New Zealand's oldest and largest political youth movement. National Team The National Executive, are made up of elected members across New Zealand who, set the agenda and leadership for the Young Nationals during the year. There are currently 12 members. They are made of a: President; Vice-President; Secretary; Treasurer; Policy Chair; Membership Officer; Creative Director; and The Chairs of each of the Regional Executives Activities Regional Events Throughout the year each of the five Regions teams have a range of social events. These include, but are not limited to, coffee catch ups with MPs, Social drinks and pub quizzes. Events are usually centred around the academic timetables of the universities in the regions. Additionally, regions will often host Christmas parties and Policy-based events. Balls From time to time the Young Nationals have organised balls. These balls are often held in Auckland and are open to members and non-members alike. The most recent ball was in 2021. Young Nats Leadership Conference In 2018, The Young Nationals re-commenced the Young Nats Conference. This conference is an opportunity for members from across the country to network, discuss policy issues and learn to campaign. In 2018, the Conference was held in Nelson, and was followed by a conference in Wellington in 2019, Queenstown in 2020 and Auckland in 2021. Policies Often the more liberal views of the Young Nationals have been at odds with those of the wider party. The shift in party opinion in areas such as the nuclear ships debate, economic reform, liquor law reform, and anti-discrimination laws has often been influenced by the Young Nationals. Drug Policy Alcohol The Young Nationals, in conjunction with other New Zealand political party youth wings, support the current purchase age for alcohol of 18 years.