Hosting your next conference in Wellington comes with a major advantage: financial support for events attracting 300 or more delegates. This initiative helps organisers elevate their programmes while benefiting from exceptional experiences in a vibrant city known for its innovation, culture, and worldclass facilities. At the heart of Wellington is Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, a purpose-built, sustainable venue designed to deliver flexible, seamless event experiences.

Funding that enables impact
Wellington’s financial support programme makes it easier to deliver conferences that inspire collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and meaningful engagement. Designed for events drawing 300+ delegates, this support helps organisers achieve more without stretching their budgets, all in a destination that is easy to reach from Australia and even easier to navigate once you arrive.

Why Wellington?
As New Zealand’s capital, Wellington is home to government, industry associations, and leading universities, making it a natural hub for conferences that thrive on connection. The city’s compact layout means delegates can walk between venues, accommodation, and the waterfront, creating an immersive experience that encourages networking well beyond scheduled sessions.

Tākina – built for events that matter
Wellington’s signature conference venue, Tākina, offers spaces for up to 1,600 delegates, built-in AV, and sustainable design at its core. Its name means ‘to invoke’ in te reo Māori, reflecting its purpose as a place where ideas spark and partnerships grow. Organisers consistently praise the venue’s service and attention to detail - including “the best conference catering.” (Emma Prattley, NZDA Conference Organiser)

Support that makes hosting easy
Business Events Wellington’s Convention Services team works alongside organisers from the earliest planning stages, offering bid support, local knowledge, logistics coordination, and cultural integration.

To learn more, contact Belinda Yeo, Business Development Manager.