TechTuesday – April 2026 – Low Latency Networking

Not your average networking event! A high-speed, peer-to-peer social event.

No presentations, no lag – just real-time connections with the Canterbury Tech community.

The Human Interface:

This April, we’re optimising for maximum bandwidth. We’re stripping away the slide decks and the podiums to focus entirely on the most important part of the ecosystem: the people.

Join us for a high-energy evening of structured and open networking designed to help you bypass the small talk and sync up with the right people instantly. Whether you’re looking for a fresh perspective on a technical challenge or just want to meet like-minded peers, this is your chance to connect in real-time.

The Evening Features:

• Canterbury Tech Updates: A brief, high-level update on what’s happening in the local tech community.
• Connect Rounds: Fast-paced, structured rotations to ensure you meet a wide range of new faces.
• Open Social: Plenty of time for deeper conversations and catching up with familiar faces.

Your Custom “Packet” (Name Tag)

To ensure low-latency introductions, we’re printing your three topics of interest directly onto your name tag. When you register, let us know a mix of professional and personal passions to give others an instant ping to start a conversation.

Examples:

• Agentic Development | Neurodiversity | Skiing
• Cloud Architecture | Craft Beer | Mountain Biking
• Startup Scaling | Photography | Retro Gaming

The Table Talkers

Throughout the venue, we’ll have Discussion Toppers with a mix of lighthearted and though provoking, tech-leaning prompts to keep the conversation flowing.

Registration is essential so we can have your custom-printed name tag ready for arrival. We look forward to seeing you there!

Event Outline:

5.00pm – Member registration opens, networking, drinks and nibbles
5.30pm – Non-member registration opens
6.00pm – Canterbury Tech updates
6.10pm – Networking rounds
7.30pm – Close of event

Things to note:  

• Each attendee will receive 2 drinks tickets for the event. Alcoholic beverages may not leave the function space.
• Members must have a valid membership at the time of booking and on the day of the event. This will be validated at each point and we reserve the right to invoice the event at the full, non-member rate in the event that membership has lapsed.
• Please note that registering for this event will be taken as acceptance that your image, name, or voice may be included in a recording or photos of proceedings that will be published after the event.
• By registering for a Canterbury Tech event, you are agreeing to abide by our Code of Conduct.