The buzz is building for PCOA25 at Te Pae Christchurch this December. With strong early registrations and an inspiring program, this is the must-attend event for anyone planning, managing or delivering events. Expect practical insights, big ideas and real connection. Be part of the action — register now.
In this May/June edition of Meeting Newz we visit the Queenstown/Wanaka and Palmerston North/Manawatu regions and we also cross the Tasman to learn more about Adelaide.
The Professional Conference Organisers Association Inc (PCOA) says that there has been overwhelming success for exhibition and sponsorship sales for PCOA25.
With the conference set to take place at the world-class Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre from 7 – 9 December 2025, the response from sponsors and exhibitors has once again affirmed the event’s reputation as a must-attend for the business events community across Australia and New Zealand.
Marriott Bonvoy Events has announced a new Double Rewards promotion for 2025 group bookings across their portfolio of 46 leading hotels in Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific.
The compact and connected capital offers excellent flight access from Australian’s eastern seaboard, with over 50 direct return flights weekly from major Australian cities. Upon arrival, you’ll find a wide range of accommodation options, from five-star hotels with harbour views to budget-friendly choices, all within a short walk of our new convention centre, Tākina.
The Professional Conference Organisers Association Inc. is excited to announce its Program Advisory Committee for this year’s PCOA25 conference at the Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre, #NewZealand in December.
Under Arna’s tenure, we have seen remarkable progress, and your commitment to representing PCOA, and contributions at the Councillors meetings has left a lasting legacy.
In this edition of Meeting Newz our cover story focuses on Auckland. We’ll take a close look at how new infrastructure is shaping our largest city along with industry trends and key business events. We also learn more about the Hawke’s Bay region and we have a review of PCOA in Brisbane.
We invite you to find out why Otautahi Christchurch is the perfect destination for business events. Our vibrant boutique city is where work and play meet, and connections flourish
Soon to be connected destinations in New Zealand are hoping for a business events boost.
In addition to the Gold Coast becoming Australia’s most connected city to New Zealand, with the launch of flights between the Gold Coast and both Hamilton and Dunedin from mid-next year, Jetstar will fly four flights a week between Sydney and Hamilton from mid-2025.