Join us in Wellington from Wednesday 18 to Thursday 19 February for Thrive 2026 – a dedicated two-day event designed for engineering employers from across Aotearoa and Australia.
The 2026 theme – Engineering the Future: Innovation, Inclusion and Resilience – is all about navigating change, embracing diversity and building forward-looking teams. Whether you're looking to expand your network, gain new insights, or find inspiration, this event will leave you better equipped to support your people and help your organisation to thrive.
Event details
Date: Wednesday 18 February and Thursday 19 February 2026
Where: James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor, Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington
Price: $399 including GST
Congratulations to our Thrive 2026 competition winners:
- Luke Mainwaring
- Nicola Barry
They’ve each won back their full registration fee, along with two nights’ accommodation at the conference venue, the James Cook Hotel.
I’m delighted to say that Thrive25 was really well managed, and more fun, challenging, and informative for me than I expected – a credit to all the participants and organisers for making it so worthwhile.
– Mark Evans, CEO HEB Construction Ltd
2025 Thrive attendee
Thank you to our generous sponsors and supporters
SUPPORTED BY
Panel discussion Sponsors
Breakfast Sponsor
Team Network
Expo stand holders
- Crown Worldwide
- Human Fabric
- MAS – Medical Assurance Society
- New Era Technology
- Silicon Systems Ltd
- Peak Recruitment
- Pathways to New Zealand®
- Total Synergy
- UC Online
Got questions? Get in touch
Sponsorship
Thrive 2026 provides a platform for employers to connect, share insights, and be inspired alongside peers from across the motu. You can be a part of the conversation.
Accommodation at the venue
Special rates have been secured for Thrive attendees to stay at the James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor.
