Mā te huruhuru ka rere te manu

Thursday 27th March 2025 at 4:00pm, Te Ara Tupua Alliance, 8a The Esplanade Petone

SITE VISIT | WELLINGTON | CPD 3 | MEMBERS - FREE | NON-MEMBERS $50+GST

New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi (NZTA) is partnering with iwi mana whenua (Taranaki Whānui and Ngāti Toa) and local Councils (Wellington City, Greater Wellington and Hutt City) to provide a new walking and cycling route between Wellington and Lower Hutt.

Te Ara Tupua will improve transport resilience while creating a walking and cycling link between Wellington and Lower Hutt. It will deliver a safe route which will connect more people to transport options in both Wellington and the Hutt Valley.

Come along to hear from Te Ara Tupua Alliance to find out more about the unique challenges of this project and the innovative solutions that are being put in place.

Thursday 27th March 2025 at 4:30pm, Auckland University, 5-7 Symonds Street, Auckland

SITE VISIT | AUCKLAND | CPD 3 | MEMBERS - FREE | NON-MEMBERS $50+GST

Join the Institute for Site Visit to the Old Choral Hall modernisation project at Auckland University.

Auckland University has embarked on an ambitious project to modernise the Old Choral Hall in the heart of the City Campus. OCH has required a seismic upgrade, heritage refurbishment, addition of a lift for accessibility, replacement of building services, installation of sprinklers throughout and a general full refurbishment of the building. The project includes the reinstatement of the portico to Symonds St. Work begun on site October 2022 with completion due Q4 2025

Auckland University as the client, Aspec Construction as the Contractor and Architectus and Beca as the designers will host the Institute on a site visit, to give behind the scenes look on the technical details, joys and challenges in the modernization and restoration of a significant part of Auckland’s built environment history.

Refreshments will be served in the old Government House after that site visit to give members the opportunity to chat further with the project team.

Friday 4th April 2025 at 6:00am, Gulf Harbour Yacht Club, 1299 Laurie Southwick Parade, Auckland 0930

SOCIAL | TEAM BUILDING | AUCKLAND

The NZ Institute of Building's Fishing Competition is back for 2025 on Friday 4 April at Gulf Harbour.

Bring your mates, your bait and (importantly) your boat for a day on the water followed by prizegiving and a meal. 

Registrations are now open, numbers are limited so tickets will be sold on a first-in, first-served basis.

Prize Categories: Snapper, Kingfish, Trevally, John Dory, Kahawai, Women's + spot prizes!

Date:     Friday 4 April 2025
Time:    6:00am - 4pm (3.15pm final weigh in)
Where: Gulf Harbour Yacht Club, 1299 Laurie Southwick Parade, Auckland 0930
Gear: Bring your own boat and fishing gear
Cost:  $95 + GST per person 

Friday 4th April 2025 at 4:30pm, Winnie Bagoes 40 Welles Street; Christchurch

SOCIAL | STUDENT | CHRISTCHURCH

Come along to a free Pizza + P.P.E. event on Friday April 4th in Christchurch!

The first 30 Next Gen members register get free stuff, to connect with each other and learn more about how the Institute benefits you.

Kick off 2025 with a FREE Site Vest + Hard Hat.

Wednesday 9th April 2025 at 4:30pm, 127 Stewart Duff Drive, Moa Point, Wellington

SITE VISIT | WELLINGTON | CPD 3 | MEMBERS - FREE | NON-MEMBERS $50+GST

Join us for an exclusive site tour of Te Whare Wai Para Nuku, Moa Point Sludge Minimisation Facility, the first of its kind in New Zealand. This state-of-the-art wastewater facility incorporates new sludge-processing technology that will reduce sludge volumes by up to 80%, minimizing landfill waste and lowering carbon emissions by up to 60%.

Currently under construction, the facility represents a significant leap forward in sustainable wastewater management. This tour offers a behind-the-scenes look at the Main Processing Building and surrounding structures, providing insight into its design, construction, and environmental impact.

Thursday 10th April 2025 at 4:30pm, Little Beer Quarter 6 Edward Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011

SOCIAL | STUDENT | WELLINGTON

Come along to a free Pizza + P.P.E. event on Thursday 10th April in Wellington!

The first 30 Next Gen members register get free stuff, to connect with each other and learn more about how the Institute benefits you.

Kick off 2025 with a FREE Site Vest + Hard Hat.

Thursday 17th April 2025 at 11:30am, Online

WEBINAR | CPD 3 | MEMBERS - FREE | NON-MEMBERS $50+GST

Join us for an insightful discussion on the evolving landscape of sustainability in the construction industry. Featuring industry experts Kristy Jones, Sustainability Manager at Cook Brothers, and Nick Gifford, National Strategic Sales Manager at Allied Concrete, this webinar will explore the key challenges, innovations, and strategies shaping a more sustainable future for the industry.

Pamela Bell, the Institute's CEO, will host this webinar and lend her own expertise to the conversation.

Thursday 8th May 2025 at 5:30pm, 73 Lorna Street, Lynmouth New Plymouth

SITE VISIT |  TARANAKI | CPD :3 

Join us for an exclusive tour of the NEWB building, a major milestone in Stage 2 of the Taranaki Base Hospital Rebuild. This cutting-edge facility is designed to enhance healthcare services in the region, featuring modern infrastructure, advanced medical technology, and improved patient care spaces.

During the visit, we’ll hear from Jake Van Tuinen, Project Manager at Leighs Construction, who will provide valuable insights into the construction progress, key challenges, and innovative design elements shaping the future of healthcare in Taranaki.

Don't miss this opportunity to see firsthand the transformation of our hospital and the impact it will have on our community.

Friday 23rd May 2025 at 11:30am, Majestic on Durham,  189 Durham Street South, Christchurch

SOCIAL | FUNDRAISER | CHRISTCHURCH

Table of 10 $2000 + GST

Individual Seats $200 + GST 

The NZ Institute of Building Charitable Education Trust is very excited to announce Cody Everson - New Zealand Wheel Blacks as our guest speaker to this year's luncheon taking place on Friday May 23rd May 2025. 

Christchurch based, Cody Everson is a highly respected player for the New Zealand Wheel Blacks team (Wheelchair rugby).

This luncheon includes a two-course lunch, beverages and a Q & A session with Cody Everson for 10 guests per table. 

Proceeds will be going towards the Charitable Trust programme of awards and scholarships.