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UPCOMING EVENTS

BuildUP26

Thursday 26th March 2026 at 8:00am, Majestic on Durham, 189 Durham Street South, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011

BuildUP26 Early Bird tickets now open!

BuildUP26, the flagship annual conference of the Building Institute Aotearoa, is the definitive gathering for the people who make Aotearoa New Zealand’s built environment happen. This year, BuildUP26 will be held on 26 March 2026 at Majestic on Durham, Christchurch, a vibrant and contemporary venue in the heart of the city.

Expect real conversations that matter, smart thinking backed by experience, and tools and strategies crafted for immediate impact across construction and infrastructure. Whether you’re on site, in management, design, or a specialist role, BuildUP26 is your opportunity to engage with peers, hear from thought leaders, and help build better outcomes for our industry and communities.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Celebrate with Us at NZICC

Thursday 11th December 2025 at 5:00pm, NZICC, Level 5, 101 Hobson Street, Auckland Central

EXCLUSIVE MEMBER EVENING | Tāmaki Makaurau | Auckland CBD | MEMBERS - FREE | 

Members are warmly invited by Kirsten Magnusson, Chief Executive of Building Institute Aotearoa, to join us for an exclusive evening at the New Zealand International Convention Centre (NZICC) - one of the very first events in this world-class venue.

What’s in store:

  • A guided tour of NZICC, led by Project Director Sarah Ballantyne and members of the project team.
  • A panel discussion revealing the vision and innovation behind this landmark development.
  • Drinks and gourmet canapés at the start and finish of the evening to connect with fellow members in a relaxed setting with stunning views.

Event Details

  • Date: Thursday, 11 December
  • Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
  • Location: NZICC, Level 5, 101 Hobson Street, Auckland Central

 Register by 27 November 2025

Please note you will be taken off-site to complete this registration.

Wellington Welcome Back Bowls 2026

Wednesday 11th February 2026 at 4:00pm, Island Bay Bowling Club; 276 The Parade, Island Bay, Wellington 6023

SOCIAL | TEAM BUILDING | WELLINGTON

Teams of four are invited to take part in a social bowling session from 4.00pm to 8.00 pm, with plenty of time to connect and enjoy the seaside atmosphere.  

 All are welcome to register.

Drinks sponsor - Maycroft 

Registration is limited to 14 teams

Date:    Wednesday 11th February
Time:    4:00pm - 8:00pm
Where: Island Bay Bowling Club, 276 The Parade, Island Bay, Wellington 6023
Cost:    $120.00 +GST for a team of four - we encourage teams to be a mix of genders

 

Auckland Welcome Back Bowls 2026

Thursday 12th February 2026 at 4:00pm, Mt Eden Bowling Club Nicholson Park 17 Stokes Road, Mount Eden, Auckland

SOCIAL | TEAM BUILDING | AUCKLAND

 

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

Registration is limited. 

  

Date:    Thursday 12th February
Time:    4:00pm - 8:00pm
Where: Mt Eden Bowling Club Nicholson Park 17 Stokes Road, Mount Eden, Auckland
Cost:    $160.00 + GST for a team of four - teams to be a mix of genders please

Theme:  Summer Vibes - prize for best dressed!

 

 All are welcome to register.

Christchurch Welcome Back Bowls 2026

Thursday 12th February 2026 at 5:00pm, The Beckenham Bowls Club, 63 Waimea Terrace, Beckenham, Christchurch 8023

SOCIAL | TEAM BUILDING | CHRISTCHURCH 

 

Building Institute Aotearoa Southern Region, 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 12 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 2026

Friday 13th February 2026 at 2:30pm, Queenstown Bowling Club; Queenstown Gardens, 19 Park Street, Queenstown 9300

SOCIAL | TEAM BUILDING | QUEENSTOWN

Building Institute Aotearoa Southern Region, Queenstown Branch, with the support of CARTERS, will be welcoming in the New Year with the legendary bowls networking event, including drinks, food, and prizes including best dressed.  All are welcome to register.

 

Date:  Friday 13th February 
Time:    2:30pm - 6.30pm
Where: Queenstown Bowling Club; Queenstown Gardens, 19 Park Street, Queenstown 9300
Cost:    $150.00 + GST for a team of four - teams to be a mix of genders please

Theme:  Dress up (theme to be confirmed) - prize for best dressed!

 

$150.00 + GST for a team of four - teams to be a mix of genders, please. 

Dunedin Welcome Back Bowls 2026

Thursday 19th February 2026 at 5:00pm, Roslyn Bowling Club, 6 Gamma Street, Roslyn

SOCIAL | TEAM BUILDING | DUNEDIN

 

 

Building Institute Aotearoa 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 19th February 
Time:    5:00pm - 8:00pm
Where: Roslyn Bowling Club, 6 Gamma Street, Roslyn
Cost:    $120.00 for a team of four - we encourage teams to be a mix of genders please

Theme:  Summer Vibes - prize for best dressed!

 

 

Building Institute Aotearoa - Northern Region Golf Day 2026

Tuesday 24th February 2026 at 10:00am, Pakuranga Golf Club, 199 Botany Road, Golflands, Auckland

GOLF | SOCIAL | TEAM BUILDING | AUCKLAND

 

 

The Building Institute Aotearoa Northern Region Golf Day returns to Auckland for 2026. Don't miss out on this must-attend day of networking, fun, food, and quite a lot of golf! 

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, and enjoy a great day of fun with loads of prizes!
 
Get your team of four lined up and book your spot today - spaces are limited so don't wait. 


 

 

 

Tauranga Welcome Back Bowls 2026

Tuesday 3rd March 2026 at 5:00pm, Tauranga Bowling Club - The Domain 37 Cameron Road, Tauranga 3140

SOCIAL | TEAM BUILDING | TAURANGA

Building Institute Aotearoa Northern Region, with the support of Carters, will be welcoming in the New Year with a friendly Sports Team themed bowls tournament, including a BBQ dinner and prizes including best dressed.  All are welcome to register.

 

Registration is limited so get in quick! 

 

Date:    Tuesday 3rd March 2026
Time:    5.00pm - 8:30pm
Where: Tauranga Bowling Club - The Domain 37 Cameron Road, Tauranga 3140
Cost:    $125.00 + GST for a team of four - teams to be a mix of genders please
Theme:  Sports Team or your support club - prize for best dressed!

 

 All are welcome to register.

 

Building Institute's Fishing Competition 2026

Thursday 12th March 2026 at 6:00am, Gulf Harbour Yacht Club, 1299 Laurie Southwick Parade, Auckland 0930

SOCIAL | TEAM BUILDING | AUCKLAND

 

The Building Institute Aotearoa Fishing Competition is back for 2025. It will be held on Friday 6 June 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, heaviest fish caught by a woman + spot prizes!

Date:    Thursday 12 March 2026
Time:    6am - 5pm (weigh in 2:30pm-3:15pm followed by prizegiving)
Where: Gulf Harbour Yacht Club, 1299 Laurie Southwick Parade, Auckland 0930
Cost:  Members $85 + GST per person.  Non-members $95 + GST per person