The Survey and Spatial NZ Conference brings together professionals from across the surveying and spatial professions for three days of learning, discussion and connection.
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Join colleagues from around New Zealand to hear from experts in the profession, explore emerging technologies and gain practical insights into the future of Surveying and Spatial.
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Registration
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Registrations will open this April.
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Conference registration provides access to keynote presentations, technical sessions, networking events and catering throughout the conference.
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Early bird rates will be available, and members of Survey and Spatial New Zealand receive discounted registration.
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Pricing
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Registration options will include:
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Member registration
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Non-member registration
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Student and young professional rates
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Day registrations
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Optional tickets for social events, including the conference dinner​.
Full pricing details will be available when registrations open.
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Venue
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​The conference will be held at the Cordis, Auckland, a leading conference venue located close to Auckland’s city centre.
The venue offers modern conference facilities and convenient access to accommodation, dining and transport.
Accommodation
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Delegates can take advantage of a special conference accommodation rate at the Cordis, Auckland.
Rooms are available from $200 per night for Superior/Deluxe rooms (room only), subject to availability.
Delegates can book accommodation using the conference booking link below:
We recommend booking early to secure the conference rate.
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Travel
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Auckland is easily accessible with frequent domestic flights from around New Zealand.
The Cordis, Auckland is located approximately 30 minutes from Auckland Airport and can be reached by taxi, rideshare, airport shuttle or public transport.
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Further travel and parking information will be provided closer to the event.
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Networking & Social Events
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Networking is an important part of the conference experience. Delegates will have opportunities to connect with colleagues and industry leaders through a range of events, including:
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Welcome networking function
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GSI Awards Evening 2026
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Informal networking during breaks
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Industry exhibition and sponsor showcases.
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Questions?
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More information will be added as the conference approaches. If you have any questions, please contact our Event Manager - Jenny Houdalakis - jenny@surveyspatialnz.org.
Attend the Conference
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Extra Information
CONFERENCE DRESS CODE
Conference sessions: Business casual
Tuatahi First Fibre Welcome Function: Code Orange. Be striking or subtle – just turn up with at least a splash of orange. Spot prizes up for grabs for the standout outfits, team colour coordination or sheer orange enthusiasm!
GSI Awards Evening: Black Tie.
PRIVACY
The information supplied on the registration form will be shared and used by the Organising Committee. Unless you advise Survey and Spatial NZ otherwise your name will be included in the list of conference participants distributed to delegates and sponsors.
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ACCOMMODATION
The Novotel and Ibis hotels are just a few minutes' walk from the conference venue and offer a 15% discount on flexible accommodation rates. To book your stay at one of these preferred hotels, please click this link - accommodation: https://accorevents.com/offers/surveyspatial
The Crowne Plaza Hotel also have special rates for S+SNZ Conference delegates. Rates start from $249.00 per night (Room Only) for a King/Twin Standard Room. To book at the Crowne Plaza, please click the below link – this will take you to the rate page. Enter your required dates and click 'Search'.
Book at the Crowne Plaza here.
CANCELLATION POLICY
Survey and Spatial NZ reserves the right to make changes to the conference programme and if necessary, cancel the conference. In the event the conference is cancelled, Survey and Spatial NZ will refund your full registration fee. Where a participant is unable to attend the conference, a substitute person can attend at no additional cost, or alternatively a half refund will be given for cancellation received between 5 days and up to 24 hours prior to the event.
All cancellations must be made in writing to the Events Manager, Survey and Spatial NZ, PO Box 5304, Wellington or email jenny@surveyspatialnz.org.
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