| 1979 New Zealand Open | |
|---|---|
| Date | 2–8 January |
| Edition | 12th |
| Category | Grand Prix |
| Draw | 32S / 16D |
| Prize money | $50,000 |
| Surface | Hard / outdoor |
| Location | Auckland, New Zealand |
| Champions | |
| Singles | |
 Tim Wilkison[1] | |
| Doubles | |
 Bernard Mitton /  Kim Warwick[2] | |
The 1979 New Zealand Open was a men's professional tennis tournament. The event was part of the 1979 Grand Prix circuit and was held in Auckland, New Zealand. It was the 12th edition of the tournament and was played on outdoor hardcourts and was held from 2 January through 8 January 1979. Eighth-seeded Tim Wilkison won the singles title.[3]
Tim Wilkison defeated 
Peter Feigl 6–3, 4–6, 6–4, 2–6, 6–2
Bernard Mitton / Kim Warwick defeated 
Andrew Jarrett / Jonathan Smith 6–3, 2–6, 6–3
