Local events

The Future Government Summit examines how we can enable an entrepreneurial government to better provide services and solutions to the citizen of 2030 and beyond. With an emphasis on creating robust and resilient future strategies, this event brings together central government agencies, local government, the wider public sector and the technology ecosystem to create a … Continue reading "Future Government Summit 2019"

The Food Safety & Compliance Conference is now a must-attend event on the calendar of food safety experts, food quality technicians and distributors dedicated to the production of high quality, safe food. New Zealand isn't in the top ten countries identified by the Global Food Safety Index, but our competitors are. Come together with those … Continue reading "Food Safety & Compliance Conference 2019"

An amazing opportunity to hear how Revolution Fibres have used their Nanofibre Intellectual Property and Collaborative Business Model to transform products and help create new business opportunities. From face masks to fishing rods, from drones to defence force apparel, Revolution Fibres provide cutting edge technology. Come and see some exciting new products up close and … Continue reading "Revolutionising Intellectual Property"

Whakamana, tiaki, whakahou (empower, protect, restore) From kauri dieback to small mammal predators, from brown marmorated stink bug to Xylella, from kākāhi to kākā, our second symposium will cover them all. Enjoy panel discussions, live Q&As, quick-fire updates on the science and research being done across our 18 Challenge Parties, plus hear from an inspiring … Continue reading "Crazy & Ambitious 2"

A panel of highly respected health sector professionals will discuss the pros and cons of medical innovation.

Join the Dodd-Walls Centre to hear from Prof. Cather Simpson about her journey of turning bright ideas into something bigger!

Anthony Lawler is the CEO of HoneyLab, who apply Pharmaceutical product development disciplines to develop medical products using honey and other products from bees and their environment. Anthony brings a wealth of experience in the natural health, biotech, food and beverage industries. He has a strong track record of driving strong revenue growth and capital raising with leading companies such as A2 Milk, Vital Foods and more recently Good Heath Products.

The primary industries are integral to New Zealand, deeply woven into our country’s fabric and the livelihood of many people who call New Zealand home. The primary sector plays in a vital role in supercharging the New Zealand economy and national GDP.