Sunday 8 February | 4.30pm – 6.30pm

Sir Owen G. Glenn Building Atrium | 12 Grafton Road

Unwind, connect, and network at this informal networking session. Enjoy refreshments while connecting with fellow delegates as we celebrate the start of the conference.

This is included in your conference registration.

Wednesday 11 February 2026

As part of this year’s conference, we are offering a series of immersive trips to some of Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland’s most remarkable ecological and conservation sites. These excursions provide a unique opportunity to explore Aotearoa’s groundbreaking predator control efforts outside the conference room.

Learn more here.

All field trips cost an additional $180.

Photo credit: Miles Holden

Thursday 12 February | 4pm – 6pm

Corner Quay and Hobson streets, Viaduct Harbour

We are pleased to offer exclusive, free, after-hours access to the Maritime Museum for all conference delegates.

Show your name tag at reception and explore the fascinating exhibits which cover the breadth of Aotearoa New Zealand’s relationship with the sea; from the Great Pacific Migration a thousand years ago to the cutting edge of modern technology and design used in America’s Cup and modern yachting.

Peruse at your own leisure prior to the conference dinner.

www.maritimemuseum.co.nz

This is included in your conference registration.

Thursday 12 February | 6.30pm – late

Wharfside Bar & Eatery, 137 Quay Street

Enjoy a walk-and-fork dining experience, allowing you to mingle freely while tasting a selection of dishes.

www.thewharfside.co.nz

The dinner is an additional $120 ticket. All food and beverages are included in the the ticket price.