Draft Agenda

Preparations are well underway for our 25th AGM and our 24th Annual Conference and Expo, being held in the centre of the South Island’s largest city, and just 20 minutes from Christchurch Airport. Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre is a fantastic, multipurpose venue that ticks all the boxes for another seamless Conference and Expo. With something for everyone, the agenda is stacking up to be a busy couple of days, chock full of educational content, trade industry related exhibitors and networking opportunities!

Factory Tour

In the lead up to the AGM, Conference and Expo, the ever-popular Factory Tour will take place on Thursday 25th May. This is a work in progress, but we’ve organised a tour that will be both educational and fun. More details to come.

AGM, Conference and Expo

Friday 26th, the first official day of Conference, will start with the 25th members-only AGM. This is a chance for you as a stakeholder to have your say in what is happening in the Association.

The AGM will be followed by an amazing line-up of keynote and educational speakers to get you thinking and motivated.

Saturday 27th is all about upskilling and educating you and your team on current and relevant industry topics. Whether you’re an individual member, business member, work on-site or behind the scenes in the office, our dedicated workshop streams have something for everyone.

We’ve changed our workshops slightly this year and will have streams dedicated to: Advanced – 3+ years in business, New to Business – 1 to 3 years in business, and Foreman/Site Manager.

The Expo Area will be open throughout the day on Friday 26th and Saturday 27th. This will provide the perfect opportunity to catch up, stay up to speed, and meet face-to-face with the 100 industryspecific trade partners ready to showcase their latest services and products. We also have dedicated Expo time on both days, so you don’t miss out on getting to all the stands you need to see.

Events and Functions

From 5pm on Friday 26th, join us for the Great Apprentice Race and Happy Hour. Don’t miss the thrills and spills as the 2023 NZCB Apprentice Challenge Regional Finalists go head-to-head in the Great Apprentice Race. Support your region or favourite while enjoying nibbles and a beverage in this action-packed Happy Hour.

Following the Happy Hour, our Friday Night Mingler will be held from 7pm at the Air Force Museum of New Zealand. The Friday Night Mingler is the most popular evening function and is attended by both trade partners and conference delegates. Food stations and beverages are available throughout the evening.

From 7pm on Saturday 27th, we will be celebrating in style at the grand finale of the 2023 NZCB AGM, Conference and Expo: the Saturday Awards Dinner. Join us for a renaissance masquerade themed evening, with three-course meal and help us celebrate the winners of the 2023 NZCB Apprentice Challenge, and our 25th birthday.

Pricing

All costs below are excluding GST and per person.

Note: We now have only one rate for NZCB members and any additional people you would like to bring. Additional people include your spouse/partner, business partner, or employee(s) who are wanting to attend the Conference and Expo.

Two-day Conference and Expo registration

This is to attend both the Friday and Saturday of the AGM, Conference and Expo. Includes morning tea and lunch for both days and the Friday Happy Hour.

One-day Conference and Expo registration – Friday only

This is to attend the Friday only of the AGM, Conference and Expo. Includes morning tea and lunch for the Friday and the Friday Happy Hour.

One-day Conference and Expo registration – Saturday only

This is to attend the Saturday only of the Conference and Expo. Includes morning tea and lunch for the Saturday.

Friday Night Mingler

Includes drinks and canapés.

Saturday Night Awards Dinner

Includes drinks and a three-course meal.

$195.00

$99.00

$99.00

$80.00

$110.00

Don’t forget that the ‘Conference and Expo’ is tax deductible!

Accommodation

We are in the process of negotiating great rates at nearby hotels and motels for your convenience. Keep an eye on the next issue of InHouse for further information.

What are you waiting for?

To learn, be inspired, have fun, meet new people, make lifelong friends, and stay up to date and ahead of the competition, register today at www.events.nzcb.nz.