Events

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DigiComm25 - Growing our global digital community

20 March 2025 - Tāmaki | Auckland

A ‘Radically Different’ approach to conference delivery with relevant, exciting, and cutting-edge content at HALF THE PRICE of an equivalent one-day conference.

Register to snap up our amazing early bird rates.

UPCOMING EVENTS

DigiComm25

Thursday 20th March 2025 at 8:00am, Aotea Centre, Tāmaki | Auckland CBD

CONFERENCE | Tāmaki | Auckland CBD

DigiComm25 is the third digitally focused conference hosted by the NZ Institute of Building.

The theme for the conference is ‘Growing our global digital community’. There will be an international focus to the day, looking at emerging trends and practical applications of digital technologies in construction and infrastructure.

These global applications will be further brought to life and referenced with case studies of what is being done locally in Aotearoa New Zealand.

What will be covered at DigiComm25

  • The Global – hearing direct from experts around the world on the latest in AI, Digital Twin and future of digital application to construction.
  • The Local – examples of real-world application from NZ and Australia – bringing digital to life and relevant to attendees.
  • The Conversations – panel discussions, roundtables and opportunities for interactive engagement – with a parallel stream for ‘Next Gen’ and ‘Young Professionals’.

 

Light Lunch: Andrew Field & Melanie Tristram

Wednesday 27th November 2024 at 12:30pm, Online

 WEBINAR | CPD 1 | FREE FOR ALL

 

In this Light Lunch we will speak with Melanie Tristram and Andrew Field who are both at the forefront of the wave of digital technologies in construction. 

 

Andrew Digital Transformation leader at Beca and Melanie is the Digital & Delivery Lead at Jasmax. They have both been part of the BIMinNZ group and were a part of producing the Digital Guidance Suite that was released earlier this year.

 

Tune in to get to know them better and find out what's top of mind for them right now. 

 

If you're interested in Digital Construction then don't miss out on DigiComm25 - early bird tickets are currently available!

 

 

Site Visit: Whangārei - Stand Tū Māia

Thursday 28th November 2024 at 4:00pm, 436 Maunu Road, Whangarei

SITE VISIT | WHANGĀREI | CPD 3 | FREE FOR ALL

 

 

Join us and explore the exciting Stand Tū Māia development in Whangārei.

 

Engage with the client representatives, who share their vision for the new Children’s village. You'll have the opportunity to hear directly from key players involved in bringing this visionary project to life, including representatives from Rawlinsons, HB Architecture, Trigg Construction, and The Building Intelligence Group.

 

Gain valuable insights and learn about the challenges and solutions that have shaped the project. Tour to be followed by drinks and nibbles. 

 

Whether you want to deepen your understanding of project management or connect with industry peers, this event is not to be missed!

Site Visit: H20 Xtream Aquatic Centre

Tuesday 3rd December 2024 at 4:30pm, 26 Brown Street, Upper Hutt

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

 

After 26 years serving the community H20 Xtream Aquatic Centre was due for an overhaul.

Join the Institute to take a look at the facility now in in its final stages.  


The upgrade project was first proposed, consulted on and supported by Council and the community in 2018. The project officially started in 2022 with Maycroft Construction, the facility closed to the public on 7 February 2023 and is due to open again in early 2025.

The upgrade will see the state-of-the-art aquatic facility increase in approximately 49% more water space and 55% more floor space.

 

 You can read more about the upgrade project – including challenges and planning here.

Industry insights: Mental health and well-being in our construction industry

Wednesday 4th December 2024 at 12:00pm, Online

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

 

In this Industry Insights we'll explore critical mental health and well-being issues facing the construction industry, with insights from MATES in Construction’s work in suicide prevention, community-driven support, and recent research findings.

In the webinar we'll speak with: 

  • Dr. Lauren Donnan - Research, Evaluation, and Innovation at MATES
  • Nate Tairea - Field Officer at MATES
  • John Chapman - CEO at MATES
  • Chris Alderson - CEO at CHASNZ

 

This will be useful for anyone in the construction sector concerned with worker well-being and mental health support, including any industry leaders, construction and Health and Safety managers, HR teams, workers on site, as well as mental health professionals and government/decision makers.

 

Site Visit: Simplicity Living – Te Reiputa

Thursday 5th December 2024 at 4:30pm, 80 Mt Wellington Highway, Mt Wellington, Auckland

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

 

Join the Institute to take a look at Simplicity Living – Te Reiputa. 

 

Te Reiputa is Simplicity Living's biggest project yet - with 297 new one and two-bedroom apartments in Mt Wellington, Auckland.

Shane Brealey, Managing Director at Simplicity Living, will take us on a tour of the Te Reiputa site and talk us through what the company is doing. 

Simplicity Living's mission is to build communities with quality and affordable housing through cost effective repeatability, procurement and the power of relationships. 

 

Read more about Te Reiputa here. 

 

 

Christchurch Welcome Back Bowls 2025

Thursday 13th February 2025 at 5:00pm, The Beckenham Bowls Club, 63 Waimea Terrace, Beckenham, Christchurch 8023

SOCIAL | TEAM BUILDING | CHRISTCHURCH 

 

NZ Institute of Building Southern Region, wit will be welcoming in the New Year with a friendly Summer Vibes-themed bowls tournament, including a BBQ dinner and prizes including best dressed. 

 

All are welcome to register

 

Registration is limited to 12 teams

Date:    Thursday 13 February 
Time:    5:00pm - 8:30pm
Where: The Beckenham Bowls Club 63 Waimea Terrace, Beckenham, Christchurch 8023
Cost:    $120.00 + GST for a team of four - teams to be a mix of genders please

Theme:  Summer Vibes - prize for best dressed!

Queenstown Welcome Back Bowls 2025

Friday 14th February 2025 at 2:00pm, Queenstown Bowling Club; Queenstown Gardens, 19 Park Street, Queenstown 9300

SOCIAL | TEAM BUILDING | QUEENSTOWN

NZ Institute of Building Southern Region, Queenstown Branch, will be welcoming in the New Year with a friendly Summer Beach Vibes-themed bowls tournament, including, Drinks, Food and prizes including best dressed.  All are welcome to register.

 

Registration is limited 

 

Date:  Friday 14th February 
Time:    2:00pm - 6.00pm
Where: Queenstown Bowling Club; Queenstown Gardens, 19 Park Street, Queenstown 9300
Cost:    $120.00 + GST for a team of four - teams to be a mix of genders please

Theme:  Beach Vibes - prize for best dressed!

 

$120.00 + GST for a team of four - teams to be a mix of genders, please. 

NZ Institute of Building Northern Region Golf Day 2025 - SAVE THE DATE

Tuesday 18th February 2025 at 10:30am, Pakuranga Golf Club, 199 Botany Road, Golflands, Auckland

SOCIAL | TEAM BUILDING | AUCKLAND 

 

Proudly sponsored by PlaceMakers, the NZ Institute of Building Northern Region Golf Day returns to Auckland for 2023. With participants including contractors, suppliers, design professionals, and specialist trades, the day is fully representative of the construction industry.

Hono mai and join us for a must-attend opportunity to mix n mingle, enjoy a great day of fun with loads of prizes!

Date: Tuesday 18th February
Time: From 10:30am - 7:15pm
Venue: Pakuranga Golf Club, 199 Botany Road, Golflands, Auckland
Cost: $795 + GST for a team of 4 (includes all pre-play and play activities, lunch, refreshments, prize giving and dinner)
Teams: Four players per team - we ask that teams have a gender mix with at least one woman per team.

 

Dunedin Welcome Back Bowls 2025

Thursday 20th February 2025 at 5:00pm, Roslyn Bowling Club, 6 Gamma Street, Roslyn

SOCIAL | TEAM BUILDING | DUNEDIN

 

 

NZ Institute of Building Dunedin Chapter, will be welcoming in the New Year with a friendly Summer Vibes themed bowls tournament, including a BBQ dinner and prizes including best dressed. All are welcome to register.

 

Registration is limited 

 

Date:    Thursday 20th February 
Time:    5:00pm - 8:30pm
Where: Roslyn Bowling Club, 6 Gamma Street, Roslyn
Cost:    $120.00 for a team of four - teams to be a mix of genders please

Theme:  Summer Vibes - prize for best dressed!