The UDINZ approach is to run a year long programme of events, rather than an annual conference. We believe this makes access to insights and networking more accessible to all - a “Conference of many parts” so to speak. You choose what you engage with. We’re pleased to say too that once you’re a member, the vast majority of that content is available free of further charge.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Please note most of our events are free to the staff of UDINZ member organisations (all in the interests of building our cross sectoral community). There are also a limited number of tickets available to buy for those who are not yet members - either prospective members, those we’re already talking to and who are wanting a “try before they buy" option, or members of the public. Costs apply to the latter two groups.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
UDINZ is not formally accredited as a CPD provider, but for many professionals our events may qualify for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) with their respective industry bodies. To claim CPD points, you’ll need to demonstrate how the content aligns with your professional development plan goals and provide appropriate evidence of your participation - our email confirming registration will likely suffice.
UDINZ Whakatipu Tāone 2026 - Site Tour of Te Waihorotiu Station
Thursday 12 November
11.45am - 1.00pm
Te Waihorotiu Station, Auckland
Cost: The tour is free to already registered UDINZ Gala Dinner attendees.
For other attendees wishing to register the cost is as follows: UDINZ Member (not attending the Gala Dinner) - $20.00 /Non-Member (not attending the Gala Dinner) - $50.00
UDINZ along with, supporting organisation Auckland Transport, are running a site tour of the Te Waihorotiu Station at lunchtime on Thursday 12 November. This is an adjunct to the "Whakatipu Taone: Growing Cities with Mana Whenua" gala event happening later that day. If you are already registered for the Gala dinner you can also attend this tour free of charge but must register.
Participants will gather at the Victoria St entrance to Te Waihorotiu (which is just uphill from the tuna/eel), one of Auckland's most significant new pieces of public infrastructure and connected to the history of place and people.
We will do a walk through of the station precinct including the station interiors, kindly supported by executives from Auckland Transport, including Joel Rowan and CEO Stacey van der Putten taking in the incredible toi/public art commissioned for the station and the design process. More than a transport hub, Te Waihorotiu represents the integration of Māori narratives, history, ecology and identity into the design of a major civic space.
The station takes its name from the historic Waihorotiu Stream, a waterway fundamental to the history of Ngāti Whātua and the origins of Tāmaki Makaurau. Although largely hidden beneath the modern city, the stream remains part of the cultural and physical foundations upon which Auckland was built.
The station itself tells this story. From the Wāhine and Horotiu sculptures to the kauri carvings, the tears of Ranginui represented in the station façade, and the installation recalling the flow of the historic stream beneath the city, Te Waihorotiu demonstrates how indigenous knowledge can shape our places and us as people.
UDINZ Whakatipu Tāone Gala Dinner 2026
Thursday 12 November
5.00pm onwards
Crave and Glasshouse, Morningside, Auckland
Cost: UDINZ Member Single Ticket - $320.00, UDINZ Member 8 x Tickets - $2,500.00
Non-member Single Ticket - $420.00, Non-member 8 x Tickets - $ 3,300.00
This year’s event moves the conversation past the foundation of relationship formation to explore how Te Ao Māori perspectives influence the places we create, the value we seek and the legacy we leave for future generations.
The evening will take guests on a literal journey through time and place. We start at the origins of the city at Te Waihorotiu, and travel through Tāmaki Makaurau aboard the newly opened City Rail Link. Well be travelling to the Morningside corridor one of the areas destined for future redevelopment and regeneration.
Click the button above to discover the full event concept, speaker lineup and register to secure your seat.
We look forward to welcoming you to an evening of thought-provoking kōrero, connection and celebration of Te Ao Māori perspectives and their impact on placemaking and investment.
UDINZ Regional Anniversary Breakfast: Waitaha Canterbury
Tuesday 17 November
8.00am - 9.30am
Christchurch
Cost: UDINZ Member $35, Non-member $60
The regional anniversaries in each of our major metros are a good time to lift our heads and see what the future may hold in store for us. Some things change, and some stay the same. Our past and the decisions we all make today, will shape that future.
Join others working in urban development at our 2026 UDINZ Waitaha Canterbury Anniversary Breakfast being held at Atawhai Cafe from 8.00am on Tuesday 17 November.
The purpose of our anniversary breakfasts is to "Ka mua, ka muri", a whakatauki that many will know. It means "walking backwards into the future". It informs the concept for these events. The idea is we need to honour the past and the decisions of those that came before, but recognise we carry responsibility for the decisions we make (or enable) today because they too shape our collective future.
NB: Please note the door price includes a barista coffee and a light breakfast but, once inside, the venue is also happy for you to place more substantial breakfast orders (at your cost) from the a la carte menu.
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UDINZ Regional Christmas Celebration (members only)
It’s the end of the year and we’ve organised an opportunity in each region to gather with colleagues from across the sector to reflect on the year that’s been and what lies ahead. It’s a brief pause before people depart for the traditional summer break over the Christmas and New Year holiday period.
Join us at one of our UDINZ Members Regional Christmas Celebration — a chance to connect, unwind, and celebrate the year’s achievements with fellow members in your part of the motu.
UDINZ L&D Offering:
UDINZ Subscription Service.
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Gain access to pre-recorded on-demand webinars with industry experts, thought leaders, and innovators on topics of interest to the sector, to watch at your leisure.
Discounted access for individuals working for UDINZ Member organisations.
“Watch party” option for use in a group training session context (saves you all the effort of having to organise a speaker)
Subscription options:
UDINZ Member;
> Individual that is an employee of a UDINZ Member* - $20.00 per person (7 days access only)
> "Watch Party" for a UDINZ Member* - $200.00 for “broadcast” at your group training session (available for your designated scheduled date)
Non-member;
> Non-member Individual - $100.00 per person (7 days access only)
> Non member "Watch Party" - $500.00 for “broadcast” at your group training session (available for your designated scheduled date)
*Employer details/membership number do need to be provided and email addresses provided must align.
Please note that for UDINZ Members (who are already supporting the organisations efforts – though annual membership fees) access is provided at a discounted fee level that seeks only to cover our administrative and licensing costs. Other subscription options look to recoup a fee for the time our staff put into curating relevant issues, advertising and delivering events and in the case of the watch party the administrative support required for liaising with you and your technical support team around enabling access for a specific date and time.
For any queries please email info@udinz.nz. Payment must be provided via this portal before content links will be provided.
UDINZ L&D Offering:
Water NZ Digital Badges
UDINZ has done a deal with Water NZ, so confirmed UDINZ members can access Water NZ Digital Badges at a 15% discount on market rates. If you’re interested in registering for any of the Water NZ Digital Badges you can register your interest here:
Water New Zealand Digital Badges (office.com)
Please note : You register and then Water NZ will confirm with us that the person registering is employed by a UDINZ member.
In return we’ll be making our Decipering Development course available to their members at our member rates. A win win for both organisations!
UDINZ L&D Offering:
NZGBC's Green Star Rating
We are seeking Expressions of Interest on our newest UDINZ Learning & Development Offering. A course to be delivered for us by NZGBC on their Green Star Rating.
Let us know at the link below if you and/or your organisation would be interested in attending this course and where in the country you are located (or would be willing to travel to). Date and time will be confirmed once the course minimum is achieved.
This course will help participants better understand Green Star, build your knowledge on managing risk from the tendering stage through construction, and managing documentation for compliance. It will explore the delivery-centric credits often managed by those on the tools and also take a deep dive into sourcing and tracking sustainable and responsible materials, as well as specific credits including Exposure to Toxins.
You will learn how construction materials must be vetted for compliance against VOC and formaldehyde content, and the benefit of materials with higher consideration to environmental sustainability.
The course will also look at onsite practices including managing waste and compliant construction practices.
You'll take away hints and tips from past projects and how to ensure the best assessment outcomes. With increasing interest from the finance sector in supporting green, sustainable building projects, this could also help with your cost of finance!
This is a great way to add a competitive advantage to your bids and tenders.
Presenters include:
Ben Cannon, Sustainability Manager
Clare Gallagher, National Sustainability Manager
Joe Quad, Manager - Buildings and Communities
Click HERE to Express your Interest.
UDINZ L&D OFFERING:
Deciphering Development for Professionals Course
Contact us to discuss delivery of this course (it will be delivered periodically as a public course based on interest but is also available privately)
Register your interest for future course date please fill out the form at the link and we will be in touch: https://forms.gle/BpRCDSJ2QjSg8iad8
Objective:
Add value to professionals current expertise.
Educate those in consulting and contracting an appreciation for the development process with a view to improving relationships and understanding each other’s perspective in delivering world class residential property development projects.
Create improvement, consistency and collaboration in property development.
Audience:
This is a professional development course for those working in the architecture, engineering, construction and real estate sectors, and who wish to understand how property developer clients think and act. Held as an interactive workshop, attendees will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of property development and how successful projects are created and delivered by property developers.
Facilitated by:
The course is facilitated by Andrew Crosby with other guest speakers included from time to time.
We have secured a potential host for this course in the coming monthl and will confirm the course is proceeding once we have sufficient registered attendees.
