Events

	April 2026
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		1 2026 Ferrier Public Lecture 2026 Ferrier Public Lecture Starts: 5:30 pm Ends: 1/04/2026 - 7:45 pm Location: Rutherford House, 33 Bunny Street, Pipitea, Wellington 6011, New Zealand Description: The 2026 Ferrier Public Lecture, presented annually in honour of the late Professor Robin Ferrier, will be delivered by Professor Richard Payne, Professor in Organic Chemistry and Chemical Biology and Laureate Fellow in the School of Chemistry, University of Sydney. Professor Payne will discuss strategies that have been used to leverage the privileged chemical structures and bioactivity of peptide-based natural products for the discovery of new drug leads for a range of human diseases. More information View in Google Calendar... Artificial Intelligence past, present and possible futures: It’s not rocket science! Artificial Intelligence past, present and possible futures: It’s not rocket science! Starts: 6:00 pm Ends: 1/04/2026 - 7:00 pm Location: Royal Society of New Zealand - Te Aparangi, 11 Turnbull Street, Thorndon, Wellington 6011, New Zealand Description: Bruce Aylward’s talk takes the audience on a brief tour of the history of Artificial Intelligence (AI), from early cons and ideas through Alan Turing, expert systems, early neural networks, convolutional neural networks used in computer vision, early chatbots, and today’s Large Language Models. The talk then explores possible future scenarios for AI, including both the opportunities ahead and the significant societal impacts we may face. Audience members are encouraged to bring their questions, concerns, and strong views for the Q&A at the end. This event is supported by voluntary donations. Please consider making a donation when reserving your ticket. Visit here for more information and to get tickets. View in Google Calendar... • •	2	3	4	5
6	7	8	9	10 21st WONCA: World Rural Health Conference 21st WONCA: World Rural Health Conference Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 13/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Location: Takina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, 50 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand Description: https://www.ruralwonca2026.com/venue-takina Conference theme: Whānau ora: Integrating Mātauranga Māori, indigenous knowledge with rural health for a thriving future Sub themes: promoting equitable rural health care expanding knowledge and research that grows rural health and integrated health care in rural areas rural health resourcing, funding, recruiting, training and retaining effective practices and innovations in rural healthcare and wellness harnessing artificial intelligence and virtual technology to effectively support rural health enhancing rural generalism across professions to provide more effective rural health teams. We are thrilled to be welcoming a remarkable group of keynote speakers whose insights into public health and equity will set a powerful tone for the conference. Our political panel will also return, offering a valuable chance to hear directly from those shaping the future of health policy in New Zealand. See here for more information on how to register. View in Google Calendar... •	11 21st WONCA: World Rural Health Conference 21st WONCA: World Rural Health Conference Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 13/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Location: Takina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, 50 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand Description: https://www.ruralwonca2026.com/venue-takina Conference theme: Whānau ora: Integrating Mātauranga Māori, indigenous knowledge with rural health for a thriving future Sub themes: promoting equitable rural health care expanding knowledge and research that grows rural health and integrated health care in rural areas rural health resourcing, funding, recruiting, training and retaining effective practices and innovations in rural healthcare and wellness harnessing artificial intelligence and virtual technology to effectively support rural health enhancing rural generalism across professions to provide more effective rural health teams. We are thrilled to be welcoming a remarkable group of keynote speakers whose insights into public health and equity will set a powerful tone for the conference. Our political panel will also return, offering a valuable chance to hear directly from those shaping the future of health policy in New Zealand. See here for more information on how to register. View in Google Calendar... •	12 21st WONCA: World Rural Health Conference 21st WONCA: World Rural Health Conference Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 13/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Location: Takina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, 50 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand Description: https://www.ruralwonca2026.com/venue-takina Conference theme: Whānau ora: Integrating Mātauranga Māori, indigenous knowledge with rural health for a thriving future Sub themes: promoting equitable rural health care expanding knowledge and research that grows rural health and integrated health care in rural areas rural health resourcing, funding, recruiting, training and retaining effective practices and innovations in rural healthcare and wellness harnessing artificial intelligence and virtual technology to effectively support rural health enhancing rural generalism across professions to provide more effective rural health teams. We are thrilled to be welcoming a remarkable group of keynote speakers whose insights into public health and equity will set a powerful tone for the conference. Our political panel will also return, offering a valuable chance to hear directly from those shaping the future of health policy in New Zealand. See here for more information on how to register. View in Google Calendar... •
13 21st WONCA: World Rural Health Conference 21st WONCA: World Rural Health Conference Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 13/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Location: Takina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, 50 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand Description: https://www.ruralwonca2026.com/venue-takina Conference theme: Whānau ora: Integrating Mātauranga Māori, indigenous knowledge with rural health for a thriving future Sub themes: promoting equitable rural health care expanding knowledge and research that grows rural health and integrated health care in rural areas rural health resourcing, funding, recruiting, training and retaining effective practices and innovations in rural healthcare and wellness harnessing artificial intelligence and virtual technology to effectively support rural health enhancing rural generalism across professions to provide more effective rural health teams. We are thrilled to be welcoming a remarkable group of keynote speakers whose insights into public health and equity will set a powerful tone for the conference. Our political panel will also return, offering a valuable chance to hear directly from those shaping the future of health policy in New Zealand. See here for more information on how to register. View in Google Calendar... •	14	15 NZ Society for Earthquake Engineering Annual Technical Conference NZ Society for Earthquake Engineering Annual Technical Conference Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 17/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Location: Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, 50 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand Description: On behalf of the New Zealand Society for Earthquake Engineering (NZSEE) we warmly invite you to join us at the 2026 NZSEE Annual Technical Conference to be held at Takina, Wellington from 15-17 April 2026. https://confer.eventsair.com/nzsee2026/ View in Google Calendar... •	16 NZ Society for Earthquake Engineering Annual Technical Conference NZ Society for Earthquake Engineering Annual Technical Conference Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 17/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Location: Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, 50 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand Description: On behalf of the New Zealand Society for Earthquake Engineering (NZSEE) we warmly invite you to join us at the 2026 NZSEE Annual Technical Conference to be held at Takina, Wellington from 15-17 April 2026. https://confer.eventsair.com/nzsee2026/ View in Google Calendar... Kanapu Support - Tātai Pūtaiao \| Science Series Kanapu Support - Tātai Pūtaiao \| Science Series Starts: 12:00 pm Ends: 16/04/2026 - 1:00 pm Description: Kanapu Support presents a tri-thematic series of one-hour talks. Māori specialists, experts and leaders share their views and experiences relating to one of the three themes: pūtaiao (science), hangarau (technology) and auaha (innovation). Kia Tipu Ai: Māori Horticulture Revitalisation Nick Roskruge (Ngāti Rahiri, Te Atiawa, Ngāti Tama, Ngāti Porou) is the fourth speaker in Kanapu's Science Series. These provocative, insightful conversations dive deep into the issues restricting or driving Māori participation in the RSIT sector: the vision for our future, and what we need to have on our radar. Topics also include pathways, leadership, development, and opportunities for Māori and Māori knowledge and practice within the sector. Register here to attend the talks online. View in Google Calendar... • •	17 NZ Society for Earthquake Engineering Annual Technical Conference NZ Society for Earthquake Engineering Annual Technical Conference Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 17/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Location: Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, 50 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand Description: On behalf of the New Zealand Society for Earthquake Engineering (NZSEE) we warmly invite you to join us at the 2026 NZSEE Annual Technical Conference to be held at Takina, Wellington from 15-17 April 2026. https://confer.eventsair.com/nzsee2026/ View in Google Calendar... •	18	19
20 Conservation Week Te Wiki Tiaki Ao Tūroa 2026 Conservation Week Te Wiki Tiaki Ao Tūroa 2026 Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 26/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Description: https://www.sciencelearn.org.nz/events/conservation-week-te-wiki-tiaki-ao-turoa-2026 Nature in Aotearoa New Zealand is like nowhere else on Earth. It’s also in serious trouble. Over 4,000 native species are now threatened with extinction, or at risk of becoming threatened. The good news is it’s not too late to help protect what makes New Zealand special. From 2026, Conservation Week moves to April. For most people, April kicks off with pranks and mischief. But the Department of Conservation are flipping the script. Instead of tricks, they want action. Action for nature. Fun stays on the table, but this time it’s about celebrating and protecting the natural world around us. Why April? Because it’s packed with global and national moments that align perfectly with the mission: April 22: Earth Day, UN International Day for Biodiversity and International Mother Earth Day April 23: National Picnic Day April 24: Help Animals Day and National Arbor Day April 25: World Penguin Day, International Astronomy Day and National Go Birding Day April 23–30: International Wildlife Film Week National Volunteer Week and National Park Week. What better time to inspire people to get involved? April 20–26 has been chosen for Conservation Week to harness this energy and make nature the headline act. Always Be Naturing. Always Be April. Ever heard of naturing? It’s anything that connects us to the outdoors. You might already be doing it! Do you ever: stop to admire the stars? feed your kids a piece of fun nature trivia at dinner? picked up someone else’s rogue takeaway cup on the beach? Then congrats – You are already naturing! No hiking boots or science degrees needed. Just curiosity, care, and a connection to the world outside your door. So, start planning and for more information https://www.doc.govt.nz/news/events/conservation-week. View in Google Calendar... WICC WICC Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 24/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Description: https://www.heiahurumowai.org.nz/wicc2026 View in Google Calendar... • •	21 Conservation Week Te Wiki Tiaki Ao Tūroa 2026 Conservation Week Te Wiki Tiaki Ao Tūroa 2026 Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 26/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Description: https://www.sciencelearn.org.nz/events/conservation-week-te-wiki-tiaki-ao-turoa-2026 Nature in Aotearoa New Zealand is like nowhere else on Earth. It’s also in serious trouble. Over 4,000 native species are now threatened with extinction, or at risk of becoming threatened. The good news is it’s not too late to help protect what makes New Zealand special. From 2026, Conservation Week moves to April. For most people, April kicks off with pranks and mischief. But the Department of Conservation are flipping the script. Instead of tricks, they want action. Action for nature. Fun stays on the table, but this time it’s about celebrating and protecting the natural world around us. Why April? Because it’s packed with global and national moments that align perfectly with the mission: April 22: Earth Day, UN International Day for Biodiversity and International Mother Earth Day April 23: National Picnic Day April 24: Help Animals Day and National Arbor Day April 25: World Penguin Day, International Astronomy Day and National Go Birding Day April 23–30: International Wildlife Film Week National Volunteer Week and National Park Week. What better time to inspire people to get involved? April 20–26 has been chosen for Conservation Week to harness this energy and make nature the headline act. Always Be Naturing. Always Be April. Ever heard of naturing? It’s anything that connects us to the outdoors. You might already be doing it! Do you ever: stop to admire the stars? feed your kids a piece of fun nature trivia at dinner? picked up someone else’s rogue takeaway cup on the beach? Then congrats – You are already naturing! No hiking boots or science degrees needed. Just curiosity, care, and a connection to the world outside your door. So, start planning and for more information https://www.doc.govt.nz/news/events/conservation-week. View in Google Calendar... WICC WICC Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 24/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Description: https://www.heiahurumowai.org.nz/wicc2026 View in Google Calendar... • •	22 Conservation Week Te Wiki Tiaki Ao Tūroa 2026 Conservation Week Te Wiki Tiaki Ao Tūroa 2026 Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 26/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Description: https://www.sciencelearn.org.nz/events/conservation-week-te-wiki-tiaki-ao-turoa-2026 Nature in Aotearoa New Zealand is like nowhere else on Earth. It’s also in serious trouble. Over 4,000 native species are now threatened with extinction, or at risk of becoming threatened. The good news is it’s not too late to help protect what makes New Zealand special. From 2026, Conservation Week moves to April. For most people, April kicks off with pranks and mischief. But the Department of Conservation are flipping the script. Instead of tricks, they want action. Action for nature. Fun stays on the table, but this time it’s about celebrating and protecting the natural world around us. Why April? Because it’s packed with global and national moments that align perfectly with the mission: April 22: Earth Day, UN International Day for Biodiversity and International Mother Earth Day April 23: National Picnic Day April 24: Help Animals Day and National Arbor Day April 25: World Penguin Day, International Astronomy Day and National Go Birding Day April 23–30: International Wildlife Film Week National Volunteer Week and National Park Week. What better time to inspire people to get involved? April 20–26 has been chosen for Conservation Week to harness this energy and make nature the headline act. Always Be Naturing. Always Be April. Ever heard of naturing? It’s anything that connects us to the outdoors. You might already be doing it! Do you ever: stop to admire the stars? feed your kids a piece of fun nature trivia at dinner? picked up someone else’s rogue takeaway cup on the beach? Then congrats – You are already naturing! No hiking boots or science degrees needed. Just curiosity, care, and a connection to the world outside your door. So, start planning and for more information https://www.doc.govt.nz/news/events/conservation-week. View in Google Calendar... WICC WICC Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 24/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Description: https://www.heiahurumowai.org.nz/wicc2026 View in Google Calendar... • •	23 Conservation Week Te Wiki Tiaki Ao Tūroa 2026 Conservation Week Te Wiki Tiaki Ao Tūroa 2026 Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 26/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Description: https://www.sciencelearn.org.nz/events/conservation-week-te-wiki-tiaki-ao-turoa-2026 Nature in Aotearoa New Zealand is like nowhere else on Earth. It’s also in serious trouble. Over 4,000 native species are now threatened with extinction, or at risk of becoming threatened. The good news is it’s not too late to help protect what makes New Zealand special. From 2026, Conservation Week moves to April. For most people, April kicks off with pranks and mischief. But the Department of Conservation are flipping the script. Instead of tricks, they want action. Action for nature. Fun stays on the table, but this time it’s about celebrating and protecting the natural world around us. Why April? Because it’s packed with global and national moments that align perfectly with the mission: April 22: Earth Day, UN International Day for Biodiversity and International Mother Earth Day April 23: National Picnic Day April 24: Help Animals Day and National Arbor Day April 25: World Penguin Day, International Astronomy Day and National Go Birding Day April 23–30: International Wildlife Film Week National Volunteer Week and National Park Week. What better time to inspire people to get involved? April 20–26 has been chosen for Conservation Week to harness this energy and make nature the headline act. Always Be Naturing. Always Be April. Ever heard of naturing? It’s anything that connects us to the outdoors. You might already be doing it! Do you ever: stop to admire the stars? feed your kids a piece of fun nature trivia at dinner? picked up someone else’s rogue takeaway cup on the beach? Then congrats – You are already naturing! No hiking boots or science degrees needed. Just curiosity, care, and a connection to the world outside your door. So, start planning and for more information https://www.doc.govt.nz/news/events/conservation-week. View in Google Calendar... WICC WICC Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 24/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Description: https://www.heiahurumowai.org.nz/wicc2026 View in Google Calendar... • •	24 Conservation Week Te Wiki Tiaki Ao Tūroa 2026 Conservation Week Te Wiki Tiaki Ao Tūroa 2026 Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 26/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Description: https://www.sciencelearn.org.nz/events/conservation-week-te-wiki-tiaki-ao-turoa-2026 Nature in Aotearoa New Zealand is like nowhere else on Earth. It’s also in serious trouble. Over 4,000 native species are now threatened with extinction, or at risk of becoming threatened. The good news is it’s not too late to help protect what makes New Zealand special. From 2026, Conservation Week moves to April. For most people, April kicks off with pranks and mischief. But the Department of Conservation are flipping the script. Instead of tricks, they want action. Action for nature. Fun stays on the table, but this time it’s about celebrating and protecting the natural world around us. Why April? Because it’s packed with global and national moments that align perfectly with the mission: April 22: Earth Day, UN International Day for Biodiversity and International Mother Earth Day April 23: National Picnic Day April 24: Help Animals Day and National Arbor Day April 25: World Penguin Day, International Astronomy Day and National Go Birding Day April 23–30: International Wildlife Film Week National Volunteer Week and National Park Week. What better time to inspire people to get involved? April 20–26 has been chosen for Conservation Week to harness this energy and make nature the headline act. Always Be Naturing. Always Be April. Ever heard of naturing? It’s anything that connects us to the outdoors. You might already be doing it! Do you ever: stop to admire the stars? feed your kids a piece of fun nature trivia at dinner? picked up someone else’s rogue takeaway cup on the beach? Then congrats – You are already naturing! No hiking boots or science degrees needed. Just curiosity, care, and a connection to the world outside your door. So, start planning and for more information https://www.doc.govt.nz/news/events/conservation-week. View in Google Calendar... WICC WICC Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 24/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Description: https://www.heiahurumowai.org.nz/wicc2026 View in Google Calendar... • •	25 Conservation Week Te Wiki Tiaki Ao Tūroa 2026 Conservation Week Te Wiki Tiaki Ao Tūroa 2026 Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 26/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Description: https://www.sciencelearn.org.nz/events/conservation-week-te-wiki-tiaki-ao-turoa-2026 Nature in Aotearoa New Zealand is like nowhere else on Earth. It’s also in serious trouble. Over 4,000 native species are now threatened with extinction, or at risk of becoming threatened. The good news is it’s not too late to help protect what makes New Zealand special. From 2026, Conservation Week moves to April. For most people, April kicks off with pranks and mischief. But the Department of Conservation are flipping the script. Instead of tricks, they want action. Action for nature. Fun stays on the table, but this time it’s about celebrating and protecting the natural world around us. Why April? Because it’s packed with global and national moments that align perfectly with the mission: April 22: Earth Day, UN International Day for Biodiversity and International Mother Earth Day April 23: National Picnic Day April 24: Help Animals Day and National Arbor Day April 25: World Penguin Day, International Astronomy Day and National Go Birding Day April 23–30: International Wildlife Film Week National Volunteer Week and National Park Week. What better time to inspire people to get involved? April 20–26 has been chosen for Conservation Week to harness this energy and make nature the headline act. Always Be Naturing. Always Be April. Ever heard of naturing? It’s anything that connects us to the outdoors. You might already be doing it! Do you ever: stop to admire the stars? feed your kids a piece of fun nature trivia at dinner? picked up someone else’s rogue takeaway cup on the beach? Then congrats – You are already naturing! No hiking boots or science degrees needed. Just curiosity, care, and a connection to the world outside your door. So, start planning and for more information https://www.doc.govt.nz/news/events/conservation-week. View in Google Calendar... •	26 Conservation Week Te Wiki Tiaki Ao Tūroa 2026 Conservation Week Te Wiki Tiaki Ao Tūroa 2026 Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 26/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Description: https://www.sciencelearn.org.nz/events/conservation-week-te-wiki-tiaki-ao-turoa-2026 Nature in Aotearoa New Zealand is like nowhere else on Earth. It’s also in serious trouble. Over 4,000 native species are now threatened with extinction, or at risk of becoming threatened. The good news is it’s not too late to help protect what makes New Zealand special. From 2026, Conservation Week moves to April. For most people, April kicks off with pranks and mischief. But the Department of Conservation are flipping the script. Instead of tricks, they want action. Action for nature. Fun stays on the table, but this time it’s about celebrating and protecting the natural world around us. Why April? Because it’s packed with global and national moments that align perfectly with the mission: April 22: Earth Day, UN International Day for Biodiversity and International Mother Earth Day April 23: National Picnic Day April 24: Help Animals Day and National Arbor Day April 25: World Penguin Day, International Astronomy Day and National Go Birding Day April 23–30: International Wildlife Film Week National Volunteer Week and National Park Week. What better time to inspire people to get involved? April 20–26 has been chosen for Conservation Week to harness this energy and make nature the headline act. Always Be Naturing. Always Be April. Ever heard of naturing? It’s anything that connects us to the outdoors. You might already be doing it! Do you ever: stop to admire the stars? feed your kids a piece of fun nature trivia at dinner? picked up someone else’s rogue takeaway cup on the beach? Then congrats – You are already naturing! No hiking boots or science degrees needed. Just curiosity, care, and a connection to the world outside your door. So, start planning and for more information https://www.doc.govt.nz/news/events/conservation-week. View in Google Calendar... •
27 Landslide Risk & Geo-Education Landslide Risk & Geo-Education Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 3/05/2026 - 11:59 pm Location: Millennium Hotel Queenstown, 32 Frankton Road, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Description: The New Zealand Geotechnical Society is delighted to invite you to the First International Joint Workshop of Joint Technical Committee 1 and Joint Technical Committee 3 on Landslide Risk Assessment, Communication and Geo-education. We will share the latest research and develop best practice guidelines in the stunning New Zealand city of Queenstown. Our theme “Landslide Risk and Geo-Education” unifies the full lifecycle of landslide risk management. It encompasses the needs to educate the next generation of landslide risk managers, to robustly understand landslide risk, and to communicate that risk to the public and decision makers so that real change is implemented. This landmark international event unites JTC1 and JTC3 to advance landslide risk assessment, education, communication, and outreach – creating a unique opportunity to make a real change, and will be attended by leading experts from around the world. https://landsliderisk.nz/ View in Google Calendar... •	28 Landslide Risk & Geo-Education Landslide Risk & Geo-Education Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 3/05/2026 - 11:59 pm Location: Millennium Hotel Queenstown, 32 Frankton Road, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Description: The New Zealand Geotechnical Society is delighted to invite you to the First International Joint Workshop of Joint Technical Committee 1 and Joint Technical Committee 3 on Landslide Risk Assessment, Communication and Geo-education. We will share the latest research and develop best practice guidelines in the stunning New Zealand city of Queenstown. Our theme “Landslide Risk and Geo-Education” unifies the full lifecycle of landslide risk management. It encompasses the needs to educate the next generation of landslide risk managers, to robustly understand landslide risk, and to communicate that risk to the public and decision makers so that real change is implemented. This landmark international event unites JTC1 and JTC3 to advance landslide risk assessment, education, communication, and outreach – creating a unique opportunity to make a real change, and will be attended by leading experts from around the world. https://landsliderisk.nz/ View in Google Calendar... Touring Exhibition – Colossal Squid: Freaky Features! - Motueka Touring Exhibition – Colossal Squid: Freaky Features! - Motueka Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 28/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Description: https://www.tepapa.govt.nz/about/touring-exhibitions/touring-exhibition-colossal-squid-freaky-features The exhibition will be in Motueka from 28th Apr to 19th Jul 2026. Because they live at extreme depths in freezing water, us humans know very little about the colossal squid’s life, they are very rarely captured or seen. Find out about different parts of the colossal squid using Interactive objects and rotating models. The first scientific report of a colossal squid only came in 1925, when parts were discovered in the stomach of a sperm whale. Since then, only a few adult colossal squid have been reported, and only four have been recovered complete. Many, many other specimens are only parts recovered from the stomachs of whales, sharks and scavenging birds like the albatross. Colossal Squid: Freaky Features! Te Ngū Tipua: Ngā Wāhanga Weriweri! centres around an interactive table displaying many different objects including the lens from an eye of the colossal squid, part of a tentacle, and a complete tiny squid; the miniature of its colossal relative. Touchable rotating models of a squid’s tentacle hook and the Colossal Squid's beak are also on display. The exhibition also displays two documentaries which show life in the depths of the Southern Ocean, and how the most complete colossal squid ever found ended up at Te Papa. The public will be able to continue the experience and learn beyond the exhibition with a new Te Papa Press book for children, Whiti: Colossal Squid of the Deep, and our online resources including a free downloadable colossal squid activity book. View in Google Calendar... • •	29 Landslide Risk & Geo-Education Landslide Risk & Geo-Education Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 3/05/2026 - 11:59 pm Location: Millennium Hotel Queenstown, 32 Frankton Road, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Description: The New Zealand Geotechnical Society is delighted to invite you to the First International Joint Workshop of Joint Technical Committee 1 and Joint Technical Committee 3 on Landslide Risk Assessment, Communication and Geo-education. We will share the latest research and develop best practice guidelines in the stunning New Zealand city of Queenstown. Our theme “Landslide Risk and Geo-Education” unifies the full lifecycle of landslide risk management. It encompasses the needs to educate the next generation of landslide risk managers, to robustly understand landslide risk, and to communicate that risk to the public and decision makers so that real change is implemented. This landmark international event unites JTC1 and JTC3 to advance landslide risk assessment, education, communication, and outreach – creating a unique opportunity to make a real change, and will be attended by leading experts from around the world. https://landsliderisk.nz/ View in Google Calendar... NZ Agriculture & Climate Change Conference NZ Agriculture & Climate Change Conference Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 30/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Location: Takina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, 50 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand Description: The New Zealand Agriculture & Climate Change Conference 2026 will bring together scientists, government representatives, industry, primary sector leaders and practitioners to discuss the challenges and opportunities that climate change presents for the agricultural sector. Held at a time of rapid global change, the conference takes a clear and practical approach, focusing on how global shifts are reshaping agriculture, what this means for New Zealand farmers and industry, and how low-emissions agriculture can be leveraged to strengthen profitability, market access and future growth. See here for more information on how to register. View in Google Calendar... • •	30 Landslide Risk & Geo-Education Landslide Risk & Geo-Education Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 3/05/2026 - 11:59 pm Location: Millennium Hotel Queenstown, 32 Frankton Road, Queenstown 9300, New Zealand Description: The New Zealand Geotechnical Society is delighted to invite you to the First International Joint Workshop of Joint Technical Committee 1 and Joint Technical Committee 3 on Landslide Risk Assessment, Communication and Geo-education. We will share the latest research and develop best practice guidelines in the stunning New Zealand city of Queenstown. Our theme “Landslide Risk and Geo-Education” unifies the full lifecycle of landslide risk management. It encompasses the needs to educate the next generation of landslide risk managers, to robustly understand landslide risk, and to communicate that risk to the public and decision makers so that real change is implemented. This landmark international event unites JTC1 and JTC3 to advance landslide risk assessment, education, communication, and outreach – creating a unique opportunity to make a real change, and will be attended by leading experts from around the world. https://landsliderisk.nz/ View in Google Calendar... NZ Agriculture & Climate Change Conference NZ Agriculture & Climate Change Conference Starts: 12:00 am Ends: 30/04/2026 - 11:59 pm Location: Takina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, 50 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand Description: The New Zealand Agriculture & Climate Change Conference 2026 will bring together scientists, government representatives, industry, primary sector leaders and practitioners to discuss the challenges and opportunities that climate change presents for the agricultural sector. Held at a time of rapid global change, the conference takes a clear and practical approach, focusing on how global shifts are reshaping agriculture, what this means for New Zealand farmers and industry, and how low-emissions agriculture can be leveraged to strengthen profitability, market access and future growth. See here for more information on how to register. View in Google Calendar... Kanapu Support - Tātai Pūtaiao \| Science Series Kanapu Support - Tātai Pūtaiao \| Science Series Starts: 12:00 pm Ends: 30/04/2026 - 1:00 pm Description: Kanapu Support presents a tri-thematic series of one-hour talks. Māori specialists, experts and leaders share their views and experiences relating to one of the three themes: pūtaiao (science), hangarau (technology) and auaha (innovation). Ki Tua: Māori and Space Science Pauline Harris (Rongomaiwahine, Ngāti Rakaipaaka, Ngāti Kahungunu ki Wairoa) is the fifth and final speaker in Kanapu's Science Series. These provocative, insightful conversations dive deep into the issues restricting or driving Māori participation in the RSIT sector: the vision for our future, and what we need to have on our radar. Topics also include pathways, leadership, development, and opportunities for Māori and Māori knowledge and practice within the sector. Register here to attend the talks online. View in Google Calendar... • • •

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