Your Meeting, Our Business

When planning a conference or incentive in New Zealand, the only question you should be asking is how to get in touch with us.

So what is a Convention Bureau?

A Convention Bureau is a non profit organisation which is a division of a Regional Tourism Organisation (RTO).

In New Zealand all regions have an RTO which are predominately local government (district or city council) funded organisations, charged with marketing and promoting the region both locally and internationally. A Convention Bureau is the department within the RTO which handles the Business Tourism sector of the industry.

Who is "Convention Bureaux of New Zealand?"

The Convention Bureau get together four times a year to discuss issues affecting bureaux and industry, plan joint venture marketing initiatives, and find ways to work closer together and with our various partners.

How can a Convention Bureau help you?

• Provide free and neutral advice on conference facilities which meet your budget and delegate expectations.
• Host destination familiarisations, giving you an in-depth look and feel for the region while putting you in touch with local contacts to build your networks.
• Introduce you to support services that can ensure the success of your conference or event.
• Compile bid documentation when competing to host national or international conferences.
• Co-ordinate site inspections and appointments with venues and suppliers.
• Provide support collateral, destination brochures, CD ROM, DVD, video and photographic imagery.
• Assist in developing accompanying persons’ programs and advice on pre and post touring options.
• Help arrange incentive and travel itineraries that you can be confident will reward and delight your group, covering options as diverse as opulent feasts to wild adventures and everything in between.