Programme
FULL PROGRAMME
The draft programme now released.
Read below for information on some of the fantastic social events happening at this year's conference!
Social Functions and activities
CCNZ Bay of Plenty Branch Welcome Function
Wednesday 23 July, Mercury Baypark 5.30pm - 7pm
CCNZ Bay of Plenty Branch will host a welcome function for conference goers in the exhibition area at Mercury Baypark.
Come along to meet contractors and suppliers from across the country, mix and mingle, and enjoy a drink and some nibbles on us.
Dinner by own arrangements.
CCNZ Conference Site Tour
Wednesday 23 July - 1:00pm – 4:00pm - Sponsored by John Deere
The Takitimu North Link Stage 1 project is a new 6.8km 4-lane expressway supporting economic growth and productivity in the western Bay of Plenty, by providing a reliable, resilient and safe expressway connection between Tauranga and Te Puna. This Road of National Significance is now in its fifth construction season, and includes 3 million cubic metres of earthworks as well as the construction of 10 bridges, 19 culverts, 8 stream diversions and 7 wetlands. Stage 2 of the project, extending the road a further 8km onward to Ōmokoroa, has been identified as a Road of National Significance, and the designation process is underway.
Brian Perry Civil Themed Dinner
Thursday 24 July, Classic Flyers 7pm - midnight
Imagine a crazy, huge dress up party, with a great band and even better company.
With the theme 'Flying High'', dress to impress in your best attire! Whether you're flying as a pilot, flight attendant, or a classic airplane, the sky's the limit.
Partners Programme
Thursday 24 July, Return Day Trip to the Polynesian Spa, Rotorua
Friday 25 July, Tauranga Tasting Tour
CCNZ would like to offer you the option of a partners programme whilst at the conference, this programme is a great way to unwind while also experiencing some local activities and flavours.
CCNZ Contractors Breakfast
Friday 25 July, Exhibition Hall, 7:30am - 8:30am
Delegates and registered contractors come join us for the CCNZ Contractors breakfast
Grab a hot coffee and enjoy a hearty breakfast sponsored by GPIL StoneStrong.
See you there.
Z People and Connexis Civil Training and Development Awards
Friday 25 July
The Z People Awards will be presented at the Z Sponsored Luncheon, alongside the CCNZ Connexis Civil Training and Development Awards. Come and help celebrate the finalists.
12.00pm - 1.30pm.
Hirepool Construction Excellence Awards Dinner
Friday 25 July, Mercury Baypark 7pm - midnight
The CCNZ Hirepool Construction Excellence Awards are a presitigious event that recognises NZ's top civil construction projects and maintenance initiatives from across the country (and the people and teams behind the work), with a grand history going back to 1978. This year's event will be a black-tie dinner at Mercury Baypark.
Looking for inspiration? Check out our 2021 video on the crafting of the toki presented to the award winners, or the 2024 awards book.