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Welcome to the Canterbury Tech events calendar. You will find the regular Canterbury Tech Tuesday events, technical MeetUps and relevant conferences we are supporting all listed here in one handy place.

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Event Series GovHack Ōtautahi Christchurch

GovHack Ōtautahi Christchurch

Organised by: GovHack Aotearoa

Venue: Centre for Entrepreneurship | University of Canterbury

Address: 6th Floor, Rehua Building, Forestry Road, Christchurch, Canterbury 8041, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

GovHack is an annual free open government data competition held all over Australia and New Zealand. Teams are eligible for some great prizes, in addition to honour and fame at our Red Carpet Awards. GovHack is about getting our best and brightest, working with government data to innovate and create. It is about encouraging and...

Free

PowerUp a Career in Tech

Organised by: Canterbury Tech

Venue: Orbica

Address: Level 2, 128 Lichfield Street, Christchurch, New Zealand

Are you a woman looking to get into tech, or a tech business looking to recruit? After two successful Careers in Tech events connecting women interested in tech and tech businesses we are following up with an event targeting women who have tech experience, skills and/or qualifications and come from international backgrounds; and businesses who...

Free

Event Series Product Management Bootcamp with University of Canterbury Executive Education

Product Management Bootcamp with University of Canterbury Executive Education

Organised by: GSD Alliance

Venue: University of Canterbury

Address: John Britten 102 Conference Foyer, University of Canterbury, Christchurch

Product management is a key function that works across various stakeholders in an organisation, ensuring business priorities are met and customer value is delivered. This two-day introductory course will help you navigate the complexity of building, delivering and growing a successful product. This is critical for organisational success, as more and more companies become product-led...

$2,400

Create Your Future in IT: Leveraging Transferrable Skills

Organised by: GSD Alliance

Venue: Spark Square

Address: 2 Cathedral Square, Christchurch

Are you looking to expand your career opportunities in the IT industry? Perhaps you want to start working in IT but you’re not sure how you can get into the industry. We invite you to join our presentation and workshop to learn how to identify and leverage what skills and talents you already have to...

Free

Agile Product Ownership Fundamentals

Organised by: GSD Alliance

Venue: K Block, Ara Institue of Canterbury

Address: Madras Street, Christchurch

An Agile Product Owner is responsible for maximizing the value of the product resulting from the work of the Development Team. The specifics of the role can vary widely across organizations, Scrum Teams, and individuals, but it's always a critical role, and having solid training and the right tools in your toolkit are the keys...

$699 – $999

The Christchurch Foundation’s Better City Business Club Event with James Laughlin

Organised by: The Christchurch Foundation

Venue: KPMG

Address: Level 5, 79 Cashel Street, Christchurch Central City, Canterbury, New Zealand

Our Better City Business Club is for businesses with a heart for Christchurch. We have events quarterly in the central city, with inspiring keynotes, a chance to network in a great calibre room and listen to speakers on relevant business topics to our city. Our next speaker is James Laughlin. James is a Leadership Strategist,...

Free networking event

June CGDA Meetup – Intro To CODE & AMA – Tim Ponting

Organised by: Christchurch Game Developers Association

Venue: John Britten Building, 69 Creyke Road

Address: 69 Creyke Road, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

Welcome to the June 2023 Game Developers Meetup! We meet monthly to hear from a speaker from the world of game development, eat some pizza, and meet and catch up with other game development enthusiastic in Christchurch. This talk will function as a brief introduction and AMA about the Centre of Digital Excellence (CODE) and...

Free

Urbit Meetup

Organised by: Urbit

The purpose of the Urbit meetup is to share information about Urbit with the Christchurch community, help people get themselves setup on the network and share tips on how to use Urbit. Anyone who cares about owning their data, technology & exploring new ways of computing should join. Developers may also find Urbit a very...

Free

Inhouse Devs or Outsourced – what’s best and when

Organised by: Custom D

Venue: Custom D

Address: 32/2 Welles Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

You know what you want, now it’s time to build the tech team that’ll bring your vision to life. Do you establish the capability in-house or look at outsourcing development to an external team? And if you outsource, what are the options? Will you choose to near-source with local technical experts or go out to...

Free

Dicker Data Cyber Security Roadshow

Organised by: Dicker Data

Venue: Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre

Address: 188 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch Central City, New Zealand

Join our Dicker Data cybersecurity team and leading security vendors for a morning where we will focus on the trends we are seeing in 2023 in the cybersecurity landscape. Our keynote speaker, Campbell McKenzie will provide a deeper insight into how these trends are already affecting businesses in New Zealand and globally, from a real-world...

Free

The Future of Ōtautahi as an Innovation Hub – Pitches from Local Luminaries

Organised by: Webtools

Venue: Webtools

Address: 146a Lichfield Street, Christchurch, New Zealand

It's been 12 years since TEDxEQChCh! In that time Ōtautahi Christchurch's Innovation Hub has gone from strength to strength. This future-focused region is now recognised as a global leader in tech and innovation. Hear some rapid pitches from local luminaries on what the next 12 years might look like, and then let's chat about it! Featuring pitches by Kaila...

Free

Unpopular Opinions – The Reboot

Organised by: Publica

Venue: The Piano

Address: 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch, New Zealand

Unpopular Opinions is back again and we're kicking off with a bang! Register for tickets here: https://unpopularopinions.co.nz/ In a world of cancellations, hot takes and podcasts - we dare to bring you another round of the ever popular Unpopular Opinions. Not ones to shy away from a controversial opinion or two - we’ve been stocking up soapbox...

Free

Event Series Product Management Bootcamp with University of Canterbury Executive Education

Product Management Bootcamp with University of Canterbury Executive Education

Organised by: GSD Alliance

Venue: University of Canterbury

Address: John Britten 102 Conference Foyer, University of Canterbury, Christchurch

Product management is a key function that works across various stakeholders in an organisation, ensuring business priorities are met and customer value is delivered. This two-day introductory course will help you navigate the complexity of building, delivering and growing a successful product. This is critical for organisational success, as more and more companies become product-led...

$2,400

Leading Through Impact with Greg Davidson

Organised by: UC Business School

Venue: The Piano: Centre for Music and the Arts

Address: 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8140, New Zealand, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

Register here: https://events.humanitix.com/leading-through-impact-with-greg-davidson Join us to celebrate UC’s 150th Anniversary and hear UC Alumnus Greg Davidson, Group Chief Executive of Australasia’s largest homegrown tech company Datacom, discuss why his team is focused on doing work that makes a difference in people’s lives. By leading with impact, organisations can create a positive ripple effect that reaches far beyond...

FREE

Deloitte Fast 50

Organised by: Deloitte

The Deloitte Fast 50 recognises the very best of the NZ’s fast-growing companies based on their impressive revenue growth over the past three years, from various sectors. We want to recognise our regional ecosystems by purposefully continuing to support such vibrant businesses as they help build a stronger and more sustainable futures. To enter, you...

The Wild Ride (Thus Far) of Running Digital Confectioners – James Tan

Organised by: Christchurch Game Developers Association

Venue: EPIC Innovation Centre

Address: 100 Manchester St, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

Welcome to the August 2023 Game Developers Meetup! Meetup Location: 100 Manchester Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011 - Epic Building The meetup will also be streamed online: https://youtube.com/live/ZWp7WvZQ9Mw?feature=share 6:15 PM - KICK OFF 6:30 PM - GUEST SPEAKER + Q&A then PIZZA Don't forget to check us out at: Website: https://chch.gamedev.co.nz Twitter: https://twitter.com/CHCHGameDev Facebook:...

Free

August AI Meetup

Organised by: AI CHCH Meetups

Venue: 25 Hereford Street

Address: 25 Hereford Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

Come along to the August AI Meetup. Register here: https://www.meetup.com/christchurch-ai/events/295162453/ If you are interested in the technical side of AI then come along, learn something new, and meet like-minded experts and enthusiasts. A big thanks to the team at Contented AI for sponsoring the event and providing the venue! We will be talking API's, integration & new...

Free

Learnings from Building AI Products for Product Managers Meet Up

Organised by: Christchurch Product Management and Marketing Group

Venue: Jade Software

Address: 5 Sir Gil Simpson Drive, Burnside, Christchurch

Register here: https://www.meetup.com/product-management-product-marketing/events/294299064/ Are you a current or aspiring Product Manager eager to dive into the world of AI product development? Don't worry if you lack coding skills; this Christchurch Product Management & Marketing MeetUp is tailored just for you! We are thrilled to have Christian Sax, Head of New Product Innovation at Jade Software,...

Free

Post Canterbury Tech Summit breakfast

Organised by: New Zealand Israel Innovation Hub

Venue: Ministry of Awesome, Ara

Address: Kahukura Building, Moorhouse / Madras St, Christchurch

The ‘New Zealand Israel Innovation Hub’ would like to invite you to a post Canterbury Tech Summit breakfast as an opportunity to discuss your learnings and expand your thinking! After a good night’s sleep processing all the inspirational sessions and new connections you made at the Canterbury Tech Summit, come and share your thoughts and help us keep...

Join us to learn what CPTPP means for your business

Organised by: BNZBA/LANZBC/ANZBC

Venue: BNZ Partners Centre

Address: 111 Cashel Street, Christchurch, -, New Zealand

The UK joining means CPTPP will become a global agreement and the GDP of the bloc will increase to US$15 trillion which represents over 15% of global GDP, so New Zealand businesses need to be aware of what this Trade Agreement means for them. Come along to this event to find out more about the...

$25

October AI Meetup

Organised by: 231 High Street

Venue: 231 High Street

Address: 231 High Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

Come along to the October AI Meetup. If you are interested in the technical side of AI then come along, learn something new, and meet like-minded experts and enthusiasts. We will be diving deep into the tech in this rapidly fast-paced space. Expected Timeline: 5:30-6:00pm - Drinks, nibbles & networking 6:00-6:25pm - Talk 1 6:25-6:50pm...

Free

Community101’s Women’s networking breakfast

Organised by: BNZ

Venue: BNZ Partners Centre

Address: 111 Cashel Street, Christchurch, -, New Zealand

Women’s Networking Breakfast | Finding confidence in connecting to a community | 22nd November 8:15am – 10:00am Join local Canterbury women to create new connections, and expand your network with like-minded professionals. I’m excited to bring you a wellness session – tips on avoiding burnout before the holiday break with Michelle Clark. We will also still...

Free

Powrsession: a leadership programme designed for women on the way up

Organised by: Powrsuit

Venue: PWC

Address: PwC Centre, 60 Cashel Street, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

Launching in Ōtautahi Christchurch on November 30, Powrsuit's Powrsessions are a transformative month-long programme for women at every level. Join a cohort of 15-20 women to develop your leadership identity and approach on your terms.  Today's Leaders must span technology disruption (innovation, automation and AI) and operate within fast-paced, remote and flexible environments. It’s time to throw out the...

$799

Australasian Society of Computers in Learning in Tertiary Education

Organised by: University of Canterbury

Venue: Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre

Address: 188 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch Central City, New Zealand

The Australasian Society of Computers in Learning in Tertiary Education (ASCILITE) conference, focused on digital education in the tertiary context, is right on our doorstep this year.  Over 150 presentations focused on current issues facing tertiary education including AI, gamification & learning design. Join us at Te Pae from 3-6 Dec  or virtually as the presentations are completely...

NZ Hi-Tech Awards 2024 Christchurch Launch

Organised by: NZ Hi-Tech Trust

Venue: Trimble 11-15 Birmingham Drive, Middleton, Christchurch 8024, New Zealand

Address:

Join us at our Christchurch Launch Event for the NZ Hi-Tech Awards 2024, and become a part of an engaging and illuminating evening that signifies the commencement of the 2024 programme. Gain valuable insights and tips from our panel of esteemed judges, who will share the key elements that make a great entry. We're excited...

Free

11th Multicore World

Organised by: Open Parallel

Venue: Christchurch Town Hall

Address: 86 Kilmore Street, Christchurch, Canterbury

Interactive and Targeted: At Multicore World conversations are as important as sessions. Every presentation has a flexible Q&A period, and if we are enjoying a great discussion, we just continue with it. On its 11th edition, Multicore World 2024 participants are invited as world experts in their speciality. In a limited audience environment (100 delegates)...

$1950

UXCHCH Meetup: Including people with access needs in user research

Organised by: MadeCurious.

Venue: MadeCurious. 100 Carlyle Street, Sydenham

Address: 100 Carlyle Street, Sydenham, Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

We're back for 2024! The MadeCurious team has taken over and we're ready to host in our shiny new office. We’re looking forward to welcoming you all to our place and the new home of the UX Meet ups. February Topic: Including people with access needs in user research Presenter: Dr Chandra Harrison Summary: Most good UX professionals would hopefully...

Free

CompTIA NZ Christchurch Community Meetup ahead of Digital Workplace Conference

Organised by: CompTIA

Venue: Riverside Kitchen

Address: Upstairs - Riverside Market Cnr Lichfield St. and Oxford Tce. 100 Oxford Tce. City Centre, Christchurch, NSW, Australia

If you’re attending, exhibiting, presenting, or sponsoring the February 2024 Digital Workplace Conference in Christchurch, NZ or whether you’re new or established and running a business in the technology industry please join us on Monday, February 26th for some drinks & canapes. This 2-hour meetup is FREE. You don’t need to be a CompTIA Member...

Free

Digital Workplace Conference

Organised by: DW Results

Venue: Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre

Address: 188 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch Central City, New Zealand

Coming to Christchurch for the 1st time - this event is in it's 13th year. With over 40 sessions, 25 speakers from across the globe and content to suit both tech and business - it is one not to be missed. No-where else will you find this depth of experience and expertise in the one...

AI & ML – What’s happening in the region?

Organised by: IT Professionals New Zealand

Venue: Ara Institute of Canterbury

Address: 130 Madras Street, Christchurch

Join the Christchurch ITP Branch at Ara/Te Pukenga on the 18th April for an exciting event exploring the cutting-edge world of Data and Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Large Language Models. Speakers from Microsoft and EY will present on: Local and regional projects delivered in Data and Analytics Tools and services available Skills and...

Free

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