EventsUpdate JUNE 2016
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NEW SEMINAR: MANAGING A MAJOR EVENT — See page 3
NZ EVENT AWARDS JUDGES ANNOUNCED — See page 4
BEHIND THE SCENES LOOK AT NEW ZEALAND MAJOR EVENTS — See page 9
ENTER BY 13 JUNE!
FROM THE CEO
Seminars, Awards and Scholarships! Thanks to all who attended last month’s Health and Safety at Work Act Seminars with John O’Rourke. Over 200 attended the Auckland and Christchurch events which is testament to the demand for information on this topic. In that vein, NZAEP is working with New Zealand Major Events to re-write the Health and Safety Module of the Major Events Resource Bank – our goal is to fill this with practical, truly useful resources for the industry so we will shortly be asking for your feedback on what this might look like.
entries close for the 2016 New Zealand Event Awards, and we’re so pleased to have announced our stellar lineup of judges (see page 4 for full details). The interest in this year’s awards has been unprecedented, and the entries coming in indicate the bar being set increasingly high. If you are attending the Eventing the Future conference, start thinking about booking your Awards Dinner ticket also, spaces are limited and it is booking up fast. The Dinner will be held on the evening of August 4 at the Auckland Museum.
AWARDS:
NEW SEMINAR:
Under two weeks to go until
Auckland members should
also mark their diaries for Tuesday, 21 June to attend our next seminar, ‘Managing a Major Event’, with Jennah Wootten, Chief Executive of the World Masters Games 2017. Jennah will provide an overview of WMG2017 and its projected impact on New Zealand, and also share advice on what’s working well, her challenges to date and how she has worked around these. A rare opportunity to learn from one of the best in our industry, Jennah is a fantastic speaker also – it’s free for NZAEP members, but do book your place quickly: http://www.nzaep.co.nz/ seminars/
SCHOLARSHIPS: And finally, later this month applications close for the New Zealand Major Events Scholarship. This is an opportunity for someone in the mid-career phase of their Events Industry journey to attend the conference and the New Zealand Event Awards Dinner free of charge (value of just under $1000.000). It is a contestable scholarship and entries close June 22nd. Visit http://www.nzaep.co.nz/ scholarship for full details. Vicki Watson CEO, NZAEP
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Managing a Major Event 25,000 Athletes, 28 Sports, 10 days!
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having worked both in the public and private sector for more than a decade. In her previous role as Manager Major Events at ATEED, Jennah managed the team responsible for the delivery of Auckland’s $97 million Rugby World Cup 2011 programme. Jennah has also led Auckland’s bid processes and contract negotiations for such events as the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup, FIBA U19 Men’s World Cup, Volvo Ocean Race Auckland Stopover, ITU World Triathlon Grand Final Series and the V8 Supercars. She was a member of the Bid Advisory Group for World Masters Game 2017 and was instrumental in securing $22 million of the $35.9 million needed to deliver the event. Jennah was appointed Chief Executive of the World Masters Games 2017 after a global recruitment search. She is also a past board member of NZAEP. As well as providing an overview of WMG2017 and its projected impact on New Zealand, Jennah will add advice on ‘what’s working well, her challenges to date and how she has worked around these. This is an event with several major stakeholders and Jennah will share her thoughts on how best to balance their varying objectives.
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Announcing 2016 Judges We’re thrilled to announce the 2016 New Zealand Event Awards Judging Panel. Drawn from across the arts, sports and business sectors the 2016 panel offers a wealth of events expertise at the highest level along with an understanding of how events contribute to the bigger picture of NZ Inc. Please note Judges will be only be allocated 3-4 categories each to consider, therefore removing any potential conflict of interest.
Kevin Bowler, CEO, Tourism New Zealand Kevin Bowler joined Tourism New Zealand as Chief Executive in January 2010. He has marketing and business leadership experience spanning consumer packaged goods, technology, and media brands in New Zealand and internationally. Today he leads Tourism New Stephen Wainwright, CEO, Creative New Zealand 2016 will be the third year Stephen has committed to the judging panel and this consistency of observing and reviewing events is critical to the awards success. His role as CEO of Creative NZ has exposed him to a myriad of
Dame Therese Walsh, Director of Air New Zealand, ASB Bank, NZX Ltd and TVNZ Known in the events industry for her role as Head of NZ for the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2015 and as Chief Operating Officer of the 2011 Rugby World Cup, Dame Therese has gone on to become a Director of some James McGlinn, CEO, Eventfinda James is an experienced entrepreneur and technologist with a passion for events and live entertainment. He cofounded Eventfinda in 2006, leading the company to become New Zealand’s largest event
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Zealand, the agency charged with growing the value of international visitors to New Zealand through its 15 offices around the world. With international visitor spending up 31% in 2015 and arrivals at an all-time high, tourism has recently become New Zealand’s number one export industry. Kevin is also a Board member of the Tourism Industry Association, Qualmark, The
New Zealand Story, and a member of New Zealand Screen Production Grant Significant Economic Benefits Verification Panel, the Major Events Investment Panel, and the Tourism Growth Partnership Panel. In 2013, Kevin graduated from the Stanford Executive Programme at the Stanford Graduate School of Business in the United States.
arts events and understanding the importance art has to our society. Established in 1994 from a range of arts bodies, Creative New Zealand is the national agency for the development of the arts enabling Stephen to work closely with many of this country’s leading arts
organisations.
of the country’s most wellknown companies as well as a Trustee for Wellington Regional Stadium.
Affairs and Trade and sits on the Government’s Strategic Risk and Resilience Panel.
She is also a member of the Government’s Major Events Investment Panel, chairs the International Development Advisory and Selection Panel for the Ministry of Foreign
Stephen is also currently the Chair of IFACCA (International Federation of Arts Council and Cultural Agencies).
In 2013, Therese was awarded Westpac’s Women of Influence Supreme Award in recognition of her impact beyond formal roles at a local, regional and national level.
discovery platform and fastestgrowing ticketing services company. He’s the current president of the Entrepreneurs’ Organisation Auckland chapter, and is a past recipient of the NZIM Northern Region Young Executive of the Year award.
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Arthur Klap, CEO, Audi Quattro Winter Games NZ
NZAEP board member. He has successfully brought 12 World Championships to New Zealand including the World Triathlon Championships twice and the World Mountain Running Championships.
Arthur is Managing Director of Sports Impact Ltd with event management experience spanning nearly forty years. He is current President of Triathlon NZ and on the Crankworx Board, a past Chair of Bike NZ and a founding
He now runs the Audi Quattro Winter Games NZ which, having just celebrated its fourth
Rae Finlay, Event Consultant. NZAEP Lifetime Achievement Award 2015 After spending 25 years in the events industry in Queenstown and Christchurch, Rae is now living on Waiheke Island and doing contract and consulting work in the events and small business areas. This included Project Director for the 2015 headland Sculpture on the Gulf. Rae owned Tenth Dot Management in Christchurch
and was Event Director for the Canterbury A&P Show for twelve years until 2013. Tenth Dot Management coordinated a variety of events and projects in Christchurch, the cornerstone event being the Canterbury A&P Show.
Michael Boggs, CEO, NZ Media & Entertainment (NZME)
Herald and Newstalk ZB.
Michael Boggs was appointed CEO of NZME in March 2016. In his previous role as CFO of NZME Boggs was integral in developing the strategy to grow NZME’s presence in New Zealand particularly in the areas of digital, video and events whilst upholding the company’s traditional brands including The New Zealand
Rae’s experience has also seen her as CEO of Turning Point 2000, coordinating the Millennium and 150th Anniversary Celebrations
Boggs joined NZME from TOWER Limited where he successfully managed TOWER’s multibillion dollar assets, TOWER’s Pacific Islands operations, TOWER’s earthquake recovery programme and the sale of TOWER’s life insurance, health insurance and investment management businesses.
biennial year, has obtained an enviable, international reputation for excellence. Arthur has been recognised with both an NZAEP and a Sport New Zealand Lifetime Achievement Award.
for the Christchurch City Council, Event Manager for the Queenstown Winter Festival and work on CHOGM and APEC. Rae was a founding Board Member of NZAEP and Chair from 2005 to 2011. Rae also served on Central Government’s Small Business Advisory Board for three years until 2012 and MBIE High Performance Working Initiative Board for three years until 2014.
Prior to TOWER, Michael held executive roles in leading finance, commercial and business functions in major telecommunications and technology organisations including Telstra Clear and previously Clear Communications. In 2014 Michael was awarded CFO of the year at the annual New Zealand CFO Awards.
ENTER BY 13 JUNE! Awards dinner: 4 August 2016, Auckland Museum
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Only 10 weeks to go and the line up keeps getting better We have recently confirmed three more of our keynote/ plenary speakers and in this Events Update we profile David Nottage, our Day 2 afternoon workshop presenter. David will wake us up after lunch on Day 2 with an inspiring and practical workshop which will jog you fully awake and leave you with some great new communication skills and tools. Learn stage and speech craft, refine your range of communication skills, make that impact first time, every time, and deliver your message with confidence and competence. A rare opportunity with one of the best, who works with the management of our successful sports teams’ top corporates. Director of Torque Ltd, a New Zealand based company that provides training in effective and powerful business
presentations, David certainly practices what he preaches. He has come a long way in the past 18 years, from someone who was too scared to speak in front of a group of four people to being a dynamic presenter who captivated over 2,000 Toastmasters to win the ultimate pinnacle in public speaking, the World Championship for Toastmasters International. He now works with senior managers in the corporate, sport and cultural fields. This workshop will equip you to make an impact whether you are going for a job or contract, pitching for sponsorship or funding, delivering a presentation or leading a workshop or meeting. EXPERT ADVICE SESSIONS BACK IN THE PROGRAMME Often we need a fresh set of eyes and ideas to consider a problem, idea, or challenge. Our Expert Advice
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The Expert Advice sessions will be 30 minutes long and run during the afternoon Day 1 of the conference from 3.15 - 5.15 pm alongside the main programme. We encourage you to take advantage of your peers and in particular those with outstanding capability in an aspect of the Event Industry. Just go online and register at http://eventingthefuture. org.nz/programme/homeconference-events-expertadvice-sessions/
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FROM NZ MAJOR EVENTS
Behind the scenes look into New Zealand Major Events Just four months into my role as an advisor at New Zealand Major Events and after 23 years in the events industry, I realised I have a few misconceptions about the purpose of the Major Events Development Fund… and if I did, no doubt many people in the industry do too. I have captured a few of my ‘aha’ moments and tips that you may find helpful if you’re considering applying for government investment through the Major Events Development Fund. AHA 1You need to get your head around central government’s role in the event’s sector and how the Major Events Development Fund supports the priorities of government agencies. A key thing to understand is that the Major Events Development Fund, and potentially your event, is a vehicle for progressing wider government objectives. AHA 2 The Major Events Development Fund is not a fund (or a grant) as you know it. New Zealand Major Events is an investor, and like any commercial investor, requires a good return for its shareholders – you, me, your neighbour, and all New Zealand tax payers (and yes, that does require a level of reporting and compliance). AHA 3 New Zealand Major Events is all about events that are exactly that – major! The definition can be tricky to quantify as it includes a number of subjective measures, but demonstrating that your event meets government’s definition of a major event is critical. A key driver or component of being ‘major’ is the event’s “international-ness”. It’s about bringing offshore
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One of our new advisors gives a sneak-peak into government investment in events through the Major Events Development Fund
takes approximately seven months. Apply much earlier if your event is subject to a bid process. 2: Be very clear about why you want government investment. Do you wish to grow your event, start a new home-grown event, or attract an international event to New Zealand? 3: Consider the time of year of your event – peak, shoulder or off-peak season? Offpeak and shoulder seasons are the most attractive.
money to New Zealand, which is depicted in the diagram above, rather than making money in New Zealand go round in circles. AHA 4 New Zealand Major Events has a number of government agency partners that contribute to the investment decisionmaking process. A key priority for government, when considering potential investment through the Major Events Development Fund, is the event’s alignment with wider government objectives e.g. tourism, business, trade, participation. Our partners include the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, New Zealand Trade and Enterprise, Tourism New Zealand, Ministry for Culture and Heritage and Sport New Zealand. Each of these agencies has their own set of objectives and they will consider your proposal based on their priorities. Tips to strengthen your application 1: Apply up to two years before your event, the two stage application process
4: Where will the event be held? Indoors or outdoors? In an iconic New Zealand setting? We love to show off New Zealand’s modern cities and stunning landscapes! 5: Use facts and figures, not general sweeping statements e.g. “my event is forecast to attract xx number of international visitors, this forecast was estimated through xx robust means” vs. the rather vague “my spectacular event will attract lots of visitors”. 6: Ensure forecasting of event participants and budgets etc. is conservative and based on robust information. Consider commissioning someone to conduct independent feasibility and testing on your proposal. 7: Demonstrate your commercial savvy, who or what organisation will be able to underwrite your event? How attractive will your event be to commercial sponsors?
9: Know your international target market. Provide statistics and information about the international participant and other guests. What access might you have to ‘celebrity’ participants/sports star? Are any of the attendees likely to be high net worth individuals? 10:Consider how your event could be a vehicle for progressing business interests for New Zealand companies, especially if your international guests are people of influence in the global business arena. Check New Zealand Trade and Enterprise’s website for our biggest export markets. Final word It always, ALWAYS pays to get in touch with our friendly team at New Zealand Major Events before you submit an application. Our team wants you to succeed! We are very aware of how much work goes into submitting an application. Our job is to work with you to put forward the best application possible and provide you with advice as to what elements of your event are likely to be most attractive from an investment perspective. If you’re considering applying for investment, pop over to our website to see if your event is likely to meet the Major Events Development Fund’s investment criteria and/or give us a call and we will talk you through it. www.majorevents.govt.nz
8: Focus on international media coverage, including social media. Do you have control over the media content?
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SOURCE: NZ Herald, 12 May 2016 Yachting New Zealand has officially announced the inaugural Oceanbridge NZL Sailing Regatta to be staged in February 2017. The brand new regatta is set to become the launch-pad for the next generation of New Zealand’s Olympic sailors with a dedicated focus on Olympic and recognised youth classes. To be held annually, the inaugural Oceanbridge NZL Sailing Regatta in 2017 will be held in Auckland on Waitangi Weekend between 4 and 6 February. The 2018 edition will be held in Wellington, with a plan to rotate the event base annually between Auckland and the capital city. This nation’s elite Olympic campaigners, known as the NZL Sailing Team, will compete on home waters and their involvement is expected to attract top level international competitors from around the world, as well as aspiring Olympians from around New Zealand and overseas. “I am really excited about the inception of the Oceanbridge NZL Sailing Regatta,” says David Abercrombie, Yachting New Zealand Chief Executive. “I believe that this is a great opportunity for our young sailors to sail with their heroes and learn from the very best in the world.”
“Taking the NZL Sailing Regatta to Wellington every second year allows the capital city to experience a dinghy sailing regatta of the highest level.” New Zealand owned shipping business, Oceanbridge Shipping is getting in behind the Oceanbridge NZL Sailing Regatta continuing their proud tradition of supporting New Zealand sailing. Bill Speedy from Oceanbridge says; “We’re very pleased to get in behind the Oceanbridge NZL Sailing Regatta. We support youth yachting in New Zealand and this event provides the opportunity for youngsters to reach their true potential.” The independent team that has delivered the Sail Auckland Regatta supports the Yachting New Zealand initiative to launch a new event and have said that they will not be running Sail Auckland Regatta in 2016. “Sail Auckland Inc has brought us a great event for many years now, and we recognise that their contribution to New Zealand sailing has been immense,” says Abercrombie. “At the same time, we are pleased that they are willing to get in behind this new event designed to showcase and celebrate New Zealand Olympic and youth class sailing to the New Zealand public.”
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2016 New Zealand Major Events Scholarship A valuable development opportunity for one deserving event professional. The 2016 New Zealand Major Events Scholarship will highlight the achievements of an up and coming event professional rewarding them with a scholarship to attend, observe, learn and develop skills at the 2016 Eventing the Future conference, as well as attend the New Zealand Event Awards Dinner. The Scholarship consists of a free registration to the Conference, 3 & 4 August, excluding travel or accommodation costs and a
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ticket to the Awards Dinner on the evening of August 4. The value of the scholarship is just under $1000. Criteria We are looking for a careerfocused individual, in the development/mid-career phase of their events management journey. An individual who wants to commit to the industry long term and who sees a tangible benefit to their career development in attending the Conference. The applicant must: • currently be working in the
events industry in New Zealand; • be in the development/midcareer phase of their career (as a guide: minimum of 5 years, to a maximum of 10 years event experience);
Scholarship, please see: www.nzaep.co.nz/scholarship Applications must be received by 5.00pm, Wednesday 22 June 2016. The scholarship winner will be announced 28 June.
• be a member, or work for a member organisation of NZAEP; and • not have received a New Zealand Major Events bursary previously. Application For further information on how to apply for the New Zealand Major Events
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FIFA U20 World Cup delivers economic and social boost to NZ attended matches, despite some challenging weather conditions, and a further 1 million people in New Zealand tuned in to watch the event on television. It was particularly great to see the ethnic communities of participating teams lighting up our stadia with their passionate support.
The Men’s U-20s at the FIFA U-20 World Cup. CREDIT: www.photosport.co.nz SOURCE: Voxy.co.nz, 19 May 2016 A report was released last month showing that the FIFA U-20 World Cup was a success for New Zealand, delivering a positive impact to the country’s economy and a significant boost for football profile, infrastructure and participation. The report which was presented by the then FIFA U-20 World Cup CEO Dave Beeche to both FIFA and the NZ Government as part of the Post Event Report, included an independent economic impact assessment. Key highlights of the report include: - An increase in national GDP of $30.42m providing a 134% return on national investment. - Over 50,000 bed nights resulting from international visitors to New Zealand. - Around 301,274 spectators, including sold out matches for the first game and the final. - A gross operating surplus of over $2.1m. - A total of $5m investment
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in infrastructure for New Zealand Football, including playing fields and equipment, particularly by rebuilding football pitches in Christchurch. - An increase of 13.4% in youth football participation in 2015. - Over 1,000 new volunteers with an interest in volunteering again to support in New Zealand. Dave Beeche said it was pleasing to be able to report on the measurable achievements of the tournament. “The successful delivery of this tournament has further boosted New Zealand’s growing reputation for hosting major international events,” said Beeche. “Reports on international broadcast show significant coverage in New Zealand’s priority markets, with matches viewed by over 36 million people in China and 18 million in Brazil. “In New Zealand the event captured the hearts of the public, and we were delighted that over 300,000 people
“To deliver an event of this complexity and scale with a significant gross operating surplus is a huge achievement for the thousands of staff, volunteers, host cities and other stakeholders who worked so hard. There is no doubt this tournament leaves a positive legacy for football and the New Zealand events industry.” Deryck Shaw, the New Zealand Football (NZF) President, said the Local Operating Committee and everyone involved in delivering such a high quality event should be congratulated. “Without doubt the tournament has not only delivered, but also provided
a significant message to New Zealand that football is a global sport and that the whole country should get behind New Zealand Football as it continues to reposition the game in our sporting landscape,” said Shaw. “We are also very appreciative of the considerable support provided by FIFA, including their increased financial contribution, event promotion and marketing support.” ”To deliver an event of this complexity and scale with a significant gross operating surplus is a huge achievement for the thousands of staff, volunteers, host cities and other stakeholders who worked so hard. There is no doubt this tournament leaves a positive legacy for football and the New Zealand events industry.” After fulfilling financial commitments around the tournament there was a net operating surplus of $2.152m. NZF noted there were a number of partners that financially invested in hosting the tournament and the distribution of surplus funds to each of these will assist in the ongoing development of the game.
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‘Seamless’ Saint Clair Vineyard Half Marathon gets almost perfect reviews SOURCE: Stuff.co.nz, 19 May, 2016
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Runners have barely had time to let their blisters heal and they are already signing up for next year’s Saint Clair Vineyard Half Marathon. This is the first time pre-sale tickets have been offered for the Marlborough event, which celebrated its 10th anniversary this year with 3500 runners taking part. Event director Chris Shaw said pre-sales were released on Thursday morning, with almost a third of the 1000 tickets on offer snapped up within hours. “We were going to open it for a week but we might have to close it early because it’s been so mental,” he said. The event also received a glowing endorsement from runners who completed a post-event survey. The survey included a question asking runners how likely they were to recommend the event to friends and family, on a scale of one to 10. “If you get a seven, you’re pretty much jumping around the room fist-pumping,” Shaw said.
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Credit: Scott Hammond/Fairfax NZ “We got 9.63 [average].” The “net promoter” question was employed by many event organisers and Shaw said it was far more effective than regular advertising. “If someone you trust recommends a product to you, you’re far more likely to try it out,” he said. The survey also included questions asking runners to explain their score, and Shaw said the most common comments were the half marathon was well organised, there was good communication, and the
course provided beautiful scenery. “We had one guy who’s done over 100 marathons and quite a few iron mans say it was easily the best race he’s been in,” he said. Shaw said the changes to the event this year included introducing a post-run relaxation area called The Grove, which went down especially well with runners. The unusually hot May weather resulted in some people coming down with heat stroke, but overall the event was seamless, he said.
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NEWS BRIEFS Changes for LTCC’s 40th Celebrating its 40th anniversary on Saturday 26 November, the Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge is making some changes. With recent funding from Major Events aimed at attracting more international riders, a new Event Director has been appointed - Aaron Carter - with previous Event Director - Kay Brake - taking on the newly appointed role of Project Manager – International Marketing. Aaron comments “At Lake Taupo Cycle Challenge, we’re making some
exciting changes this year. Accompanying our already popular road and mountain-bike categories, we’re excited to confirm the introduction of the all new 40km Quarter Lake on road event option (taking in the final 40km of the course), complementing the iconic 160km Round The Lake and the addition of the 80km Half The Lake category in 2014, which will now replace the traditional relay categories. Along with the introduction of incentives for both groups and families, we want everyone to join the ride and celebrate our 40th anniversary with us”.
The Community Event Fund is an annual contestable fund of $50,000 with two tiers of funding: the first is for funding up to $3000 and the second fund is for up to $15,000. The criteria and eligibility rules have been updated to reflect the broad range of events Tauranga is attracting. The 2016/17 Community Event Fund is focused on events which occur from July – October 2016 and April – June 2017 as well as youth orientated events and events held around Tauranga to encourage vibrancy and community activity in all parts of the city.
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Toast Martinborough turns 25!
Events Update, June 2016
Applications are open until June 10 for Tauranga City Council’s Community Event Fund. The Fund is for community events which connect the community, celebrate diversity, highlight Tauranga’s beautiful surroundings and are environmentally responsible.
To find out more visit: http:// www.tauranga.govt.nz/ eventfund/Home.aspx
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Toast Martinborough will celebrate its Silver Anniversary on Sunday 20 November and General Manager, Anna Nielson, says “A 25th anniversary is a rare milestone for a festival to reach. We are very proud of the partnership and support of our awardwinning vineyards and are so pleased to have created an enduring premium wine, food and music event.”
Applications open for Tauranga Event Fund
SOURCE: Thames Coromandel District Council release, 23 May 2016 Powerco has come to the Illume Party contributing $5000 sponsorship towards this year’s event which is being held 15-16 July in Coromandel Town. The Wellington City Shake‘Em-On-Downers perform at Toast Martinborough IMAGE Credit: Toast Martinborough
“Coromandel is part of our electricity network and we believe it is our responsibility to support the communities we serve,”
says Neil Holdom, Powerco’s Corporate Affairs Manager. “This will be a fantastic event and we are excited to be part of it.” “We are extremely grateful for Powerco’s sponsorship and looking forward to creating a successful event,” says Sandra Wilson, one of the event organisers. The money from Powerco will help towards the Saturday night fireworks display.
PEOPLE Amanda Weatherley wins PRINZ award Tauranga City Council’s Amanda Weatherley won the national PRINZ award for Special Event or Project. Amanda received the award for her work on the Anzac Day 2015 Combined Civic Service “Commemorating 100 years, together”. The award was presented at the PRINZ Awards Gala Dinner in Auckland on Thursday 12 May. PRINZ awards recognise excellence in the public relations and communications industry. There were eight category winners and an overall Supreme Award. In addition to receiving the accolade Amanda was also inducted as PRINZ Fellow. PRINZ Fellows are chosen based upon their significant contribution to the public relations industry. Total Sport appoints Taupo Events Manager Debbie Chambers, formerly of Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development has been appointed to Total Sport’s new role of Taupo Events Manager starting at the end of June.
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Auckland to host tourism extravaganza in 2017 SOURCE: TIA Media Release, 13 May 2016 TRENZ, New Zealand’s biggest annual international tourism showcase, will return to Auckland in 2017, Tourism Industry Aotearoa (TIA) announced today. “After two highly successful years in Rotorua, we look forward to taking TRENZ back to New Zealand’s biggest city and international gateway,” TIA Chief Executive Chris Roberts
says. The announcement was made on the final day of TRENZ 2016, which has brought more than 350 influential international travel buyers and media to meet about 300 leading New Zealand tourism operators at the Rotorua Energy Events Centre this week. TRENZ 2017 will take place on the Auckland waterfront, 9-12 May 2017.
“TRENZ is a fabulous opportunity for Auckland to showcase what it has to offer international visitors,” Mr Roberts says. TRENZ 2017 will be hosted by Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development (ATEED). ATEED Chief Executive Brett O’Riley says the city is delighted to be hosting TRENZ again.
“The benefits of hosting TRENZ can be felt for several years, with buyers having the chance to discover how much Auckland has to offer. This first-hand experience of the region helps secure Auckland’s place on their clients’ future itineraries,” he says. TIA is currently working to secure venues and dates for TRENZ in 2018 and beyond, and is in discussions with several regions.
Wintec venues achieve record attendance figures SOURCE: Stuff.co.nz, 11 May 2016 Attendance figures at Wintec’s city venues have hit record highs. Campus venues, such as the Atrium at Wintec House, have recorded a spike in use, with “event days” for 2015 up more than 20 per cent on 2014 figures. The buoyant figures come at the same time that other city venues, such as the Claudelands Event Centre, grapple with declining attendance figures. In the nine months to March, 2016, Wintec’s city campus venues hosted 564 events and saw 25,853 people past through its doors. In 2015, its venues notched up 954 event days, compared to 786 event days in 2014 and 774 in 2013. Hosted events include weddings, school balls, church services, conferences, presentations, workshops and banquet dinners. The Atrium is located inside Wintec House and can host 500 people for cocktail-style events.
Events Update, June 2016
Wintec House was opened in 2010 and also features The Long Room. Two events rooms are located inside the Bill Gallagher Centre. Wintec’s communications director Erin Andersen said Wintec had established itself as one of the top providers of quality venue space. Its campus venues appealed for many reasons, including their location, competitive pricing and good event management.
Wintec’s city venues such as the Atrium have experienced a surge in use. CREDIT: MARK TAYLOR/FAIRFAX NZ
“One of the things that we’re proud of is this is happening in the central city. There’s a lot of people that talk about the city not having a vibe but we’re contributing to a heck of a lot of activity in the CBD with many people coming in and engaging with some some pretty classy facilities,” she said.
community use of the facility has slipped to 32 per cent, down from 42 per cent in 2012.
In April, Hamilton City Council staff revealed that year to date attendance figures at the Claudelands Event Centre had nose-dived 42 per cent when compared to the same time last year.
“You may have a big conference at Claudelands and the people may want to have a banquet dinner at the Atrium at Wintec so we will work with Claudelands,” Andersen said.
And new figures from the Gallagher Academy of Performing Arts show
“We’re set up really with the intention of creating a vibe and event activity and offer
Andersen said Wintec’s city campus venues was set up to complement rather than compete against Claudelands and the Academy of Performing Arts.
a variety of venue spaces for people to engage with.” When Wintec House opened a lot of usage was “Wintec use” but community use had increased noticeably in recent years and now represented 40 per cent of event days. ”We’ve certainly seen more community use of our venues and I think that is due to awareness and our reputation. We also do some community rate discounts for not-for-profit groups. “We’re now the third biggest provider of event venue space within the city.”
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