Frequently asked questions


Who are the 2020 Conference Committee members?

  • Mark O'Connor
  • Karen Greer
  • Mary Ford
  • Michelle Te Kira
  • Henrietta Taia
  • Anna Burns

Where are the conference venues?

Palmerston North Conference & Function Centre - Thursday - Saturday
Welcome function, plenary and concurrent sessions, trade exhibition, registration, daily catering
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Distinction Hotel - Thursday
Branch chair meeting, Executive meeting, Pre-conference masterclasses
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Distinction Hotel - Saturday
Reception day morning workshop

Gala Dinner - Saturday
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How do I amend my conference booking?

Please contact via email Conference Innovators registration delegate services diana@conference.nz

Should you need to cancel your attendance, you may reassign your registration to another person. Please notify the Event Manager in writing. If you are unable to arrange a replacement, a full refund, less an administration charge of $200.00, will be made providing notification is received by 1 August. After this date, refunds will be at the discretion of PMAANZ and will be  processed within one month following the Conference. If, for any reasons beyond the control of PMAANZ, the Conference is cancelled, the registration fee will be refunded after deduction of expenses already incurred. Submission of your registration indicates your acceptance of the terms and conditions above. If, through no fault of their own, the conference is cancelled or deferred, the organisers will not be liable for any expenses incurred by you relating to your attendance and will refund money paid after deduction of reasonable expenses.  

Coronavirus Updates

New Zealand like many countries is taking a precautionary approach to the COVID-19 (as known as the novel coronavirus) outbreak until there is more certainty about the global spread of the infection. Please check this page for further regular updates which will be posted as the global situation and government positions on international travel evolve and become clearer. For specific coronavirus related immigration queries, please contact the Immigration Contact Centre on 0508 225 288 (within New Zealand) or +64 9 952 1679 (outside New Zealand). A link to the official New Zealand Government information on travel to and from New Zealand can be found here.

What are the best options for getting from the airport to Palmerston North CBD?

Bus connections, car rental, taxi & shuttle service options can be found on this page.

Is there car parking for conference delegates?

There is ample car parking within walking distance of the conference venue. A voucher will be available for all attendees (included within conference satchels).

How can I become a PMAANZ member?

There are a number of different membership types available viewable on this page. Please contact either  PMAANZ administrator admin@pmaanz.org.nz  or membership portfolio membership@pmaanz.org.nz.

What is the dress code for the conference?

Casual business attire during the conference day programme.

Black tie dress code for our celebratory Gala Dinner.

How can I access the speaker presentations?

Post conference we will email delegates with links to presentations (provided with consent of presenter).

What are some activities to do in Manawatu?

Please visit this site for see and do activities in Palmerston North & Manawatu.



    
Conference Innovators
Event Management
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PMAANZ 
Membership
admin@pmaanz.org.nz