Some of New Zealand’s most influential science, business and policy figures will gather in Auckland next week to grapple with a question that has dogged the country for decades: How does New Zealand turn its ideas into lasting prosperity?
Digital and AI experts will share practical strategies to help businesses stay visible and competitive as AI transforms online search and customer behaviour.
A year on from the first Covid-19 lockdown a unique business innovation speaker showcase celebrates the companies and people who not only survived Covid’s worst impact, but thrived. Drawing on the extraordinary stories captured in the new book ‘Silver Linings’, co-authored by David Downs and Joe Davis, a diverse and accomplished group of speakers will converge on Auckland’s Waterfront Theatre on Friday 26th March to discuss their experiences and set an optimistic and powerful vision for New Zealand’s future. The special event, presented by Vodafone Business, will mark one year since New Zealand entered a nationwide lockdown, throwing organisations, businesses and communities into the unknown. The speaker line-up features stories of heartache and success, innovation, and surprise, from the companies and people who
Showcase North Harbour is Business North Harbour’s signature B2B exhibition and business networking event. This event provides businesses from across North Harbour with a unique opportunity to showcase their products, services and solutions to other local businesses and to members of the public. Showcase North Harbour will be another huge event with over 50 exhibitors, free entry and carparking plus door prizes, giveaways and one day only expo specials. Come and be inspired, educated and grow your business networks. Thursday 25th March 2021 10.00am – 4.00pm National Hockey Centre 159 Bush Road, Rosedale, Auckland For more information, click here
From the shadows of 2020, TEDxAuckland 2021 is a celebration of new ideas, innovative solutions, pushing boundaries to create the kind of world we all want to live in. Driven by passion and curiosity, our mission is to encourage dialogue and engagement, create inclusive spaces and foster debate and discussion that continues long after our events. Hosted at Life Central in Mt Eden, a state of the art, large capacity event and performance centre. You’ll experience 15+ incredible talks and performances during an immersive, full day program. Extended breaks provide ample opportunities to meet fellow attendees, taste delicious food prepared by local Chefs, discuss the talks and meet speakers from this and previous years events. Saturday May 22nd, at Life Central
More sick leave, extra entitlements and maintaining traceability. Join us to hear about the new regulations and how they translate for payroll. Thursday, 4 March 2021 – 9am-4.30pm EMA Business Hub 145 Khyber Pass Road Grafton, Auckland For more CLICK HERE
Whether they’re refusing to participate, have poor absenteeism or constantly blame others for anything and everything; all it takes is one ‘rogue’ employee to damage team performance, and the only thing to do is tackle their behaviour head-on. Join us at our half-day toolkit session where our experts will walk you through managing and mitigating bad behaviour, disruptive attitudes, and poor workplace habits that if left unaddressed, have the potential to impact not only team morale, but your bottom line too. Our experts will discuss: Absences and delays – every time you want to meet, they are not there, what can you do? Total disregard for rules and regulations – “I really don’t care and it’s not my job!” Taking
Now more than ever, it is important for exporters to understand the global perceptions of New Zealand. NZ Story and Export NZ are co-hosting a webinar to bring you the latest update on perceptions of New Zealand in key global markets. Join us to hear from Alex Jones at One Picture to present the latest Global Pulse Check Research. Zoom: Monday 15th February To read more and register: Click here
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Wednesday 11 November 2026 | 7:00am – 9:30am
📍 New Zealand International Convention Centre, 101 Hobson Street, Auckland
One week after the election, Ready to Rise returns for ‘After the Result’ to help Kiwi SME owners plan ahead for their next bold move, and hard-won growth. Get your tickets for this must-attend business breakfast.
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