Social functions

Welcome function

Date: Sunday 20 November, 5.30pm - 7.30pm
Venue, Trinity Wharf Hotel
Dress: Smart casual
Cost: Included in full and partner registrations, $99.00 for additional tickets

The welcome function is an opportunity to catch up with colleagues in an informal setting. Located in the Trinity rooms over looking the stunning Tauranga Harbour the evening will include a substantial assortment of canapes and finger foods matched with local beverages.

Hobbiton social evening

Date: Monday 21 November, 6.30pm - 10.00pm
Venue: Hobbiton, Matamata
Transport: Departs conference hotels at 5.20pm, returning to the hotels at 11.00pm
Dress: Smart casual
Cost: Included in full and partner registrations, $165.00 for additional tickets

The Green Dragon™ Inn was the meeting place for all residents of Hobbiton™, who would gather in the warm surroundings of the bar to chatter about the day's events. The Hobbiton social evening provides you the opportunity to unwind after the conference day whilst tasting the quality ale and food which was renowned throughout The Shire™. 

The evening includes a tour of Hobbiton on arrival, canapes and beverages in The Green Dragon™ Inn, before a feast fit for a Hobbit in the Party Marque. With the opportunity for a twilight tour or relaxing in The Green Dragon™  Inn this evening is sure to not disappoint!

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Conference gala dinner

Date: Tuesday 22 November, 7.00pm - 11.30pm
Venue: Mills Reef Winery
Transport: Departs conference hotels at 6.40pm, returning to the hotels from 10.45pm
Dress: Cocktail
Cost: Included in full and partner registrations, $125.00 for additional tickets

The conference gala dinner  is the major social event and a fantastic opportunity for delegates, speakers and sponsors to network while at the conference. Mills Reef Winery is a major Tauranga landmark and the award-winning cuisine is best described as Antipodean/Pacific-rim style, blending the best of local produce and latest culinary innovations. 

Set on 20 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds, the complex boasts full wine-making and bottling facilities, two underground barrel cellars, an aged wine cellar and spacious wine tasting area.

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