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Planning is well underway for the Firth NZILA Wānanga 2026 - 5-6 November Ōtautahi Christchurch

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Dates and location

 

Ōtautahi Christchurch
5–6 November 2026
Registrations are now open for the Firth NZILA Wānanga 2026 and Resene NZILA Awards Gala Dinner.
Tickets
Early-bird pricing is available until 23 September 2026.
Standard pricing applies from 24 September.

Choose a full Wānanga pass, join us for one day, or book separately for the Resene NZILA Awards Gala Dinner.

Member rates are available to current NZILA members. Student and concession options are also available.

Wānanga passes
All prices are GST exclusive.
Member full pass
Early-bird: NZ$695
Standard: NZ$825
Member one-day pass
NZ$425
Non-member full pass
Early-bird: NZ$890
Standard: NZ$990
Non-member one-day pass
NZ$525
Student pass
NZ$280
Concession pass
Early-bird: NZ$375
Standard: NZ$475
Resene NZILA Awards Gala Dinner

Gala Dinner tickets can be purchased with a Wānanga registration or booked separately.

Member Gala Dinner ticket
NZ$180
Non-member Gala Dinner ticket
NZ$220
Table of 10
NZ$1,800

When booking a table of 10, select the table option against the first attendee profile. We’ll be in touch to collect the remaining guest names and details.

Choose Wānanga only, Awards only, or register for both.

All prices are GST exclusive.

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Event timings

The programme is taking shape. These timings provide a guide for planning your visit and may shift slightly as individual sessions are finalised.

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WEDNESDAY 4 NOVEMBER
Student Wānanga
SOLA, Lincoln University, approximately 9.00am–3.00pm
WEDNESDAY 4 NOVEMBER
President’s Function
Invitation only, approximately 4.30pm–6.30pm
THURSDAY 5 NOVEMBER
Firth NZILA Wānanga
Registration from 8.00am. Programme begins at 9.00am, with field trips concluding around 4.30pm.
THURSDAY 5 NOVEMBER
Resene NZILA Awards Gala Dinner
Arrivals from 6.00pm, with the formal programme beginning at 6.30pm.
FRIDAY 6 NOVEMBER
Firth NZILA Wānanga
From 8.30am, with the Wānanga closing at approximately 4.30pm.
Travelling from outside Christchurch?
Most attendees should plan to arrive by Wednesday evening or early Thursday morning. We recommend booking return travel after 6.00pm on Friday to allow time after the closing session.
Dates and venues
Firth NZILA Wānanga
5–6 November
Majestic on Durham
Two days of wānanga, kōrero and shared learning, bringing the profession together in the centre of Ōtautahi.
President’s Function
Wednesday 4 November
Chateau on the Park
An invitation-only event to acknowledge and thank the volunteers who support the work of the Institute, and to recognise leadership and contribution across the profession.

Invitations will be sent directly to those invited.
Resene NZILA Awards Gala
Thursday 5 November
One NZ Stadium at Te Kaha
The NZILA Awards celebrate excellence across the profession, recognising the people and projects shaping our landscapes.
Ōtautahi Christchurch

Ōtautahi provides a powerful setting for this year’s kaupapa.

A city shaped by significant change, it continues to evolve through design, regeneration, and a deepening relationship with place. From the central city to the wider region, it offers a living context for how we design, lead, and respond to change.

What to expect
  • Two days of kōrero, challenge and shared learning
  • An international keynote and perspectives from across the profession
  • Short provocations, facilitated conversations and interactive sessions
  • Thursday afternoon field trips around Ōtautahi
  • Smaller workshops and discussions where you can choose your conversation
  • Plenty of time to connect with colleagues from across Aotearoa

Explore the programme

Planning your visit

We’ll continue updating this page with:

  • Registration information
  • Programme and speakers
  • Accommodation options
  • Travel information
  • Site visit details
  • Frequently asked questions

Register now