Registrations are now open for the Firth NZILA Wānanga 2026 and the Resene NZILA Awards Gala Dinner, taking place in Ōtautahi Christchurch on 5 and 6 November.

This year's wānanga is grounded in the kaupapa Ka Rū Ka Hā, Awaken the Energy, bringing the profession together to explore how landscape architects can lead, respond and create in a time of continual change.

Across two days, we'll gather for thought-provoking presentations, practical case studies, workshops, discussion and shared learning, alongside opportunities to reconnect with colleagues from across Aotearoa.

The response to our Calls for Contributions has been outstanding.

We've received an incredible range of speaker, project and workshop proposals from practitioners, researchers, communities and collaborators throughout Aotearoa and beyond. Thank you to everyone who took the time to submit an expression of interest.

We're working through those submissions to shape a programme that reflects the breadth of our profession and the ambition of this year's kaupapa. We'll be in touch with everyone over the coming weeks as we confirm speakers, sessions and availability.

Whether you're looking to challenge your thinking, discover new ideas, reconnect with peers or celebrate excellence at the Resene NZILA Awards, we'd love to welcome you to Ōtautahi this November.

Earlybird registrations are available until 23 September 2026.

Find out more

• Learn more about the Ka Rū Ka Hā theme
• View registration options and ticket prices
• Explore event information, venues and indicative timings
• Register now

While you're here, congratulations to the projects shortlisted in the 2026 Resene NZILA Awards. Join us at the Gala Dinner on Thursday 5 November as we celebrate this year's winners.