Annual Conference 2026
29 September to 1 October 2026
Annual Conference is where members come together to debate issues and set policy. Conference decisions play a key role in influencing the direction of public education in Aotearoa.
The conference also provides an opportunity to connect with colleagues from across the motu, hear from speakers, and engage in discussion on the issues that matter most to secondary teachers.
Key details
Annual Conference 2026 will be held in Ōtautahi from 29 September to 1 October 2026 at the Christchurch Town Hall.
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Assemble for Mihi Whakatau: 11.00am, Tuesday 29 September
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Conference finishes: 1.00pm, Thursday 1 October
Who attends
Members wishing to attend conference should contact your region in the first instance to see if you can be part of the regional delegation or a regional observer. Contact details for your regional chair and secretary are on My Page
PPTA members who are not an Executive member, Te Huarahi member, delegate or approved regional observer who wish to attend annual conference are welcome, however must do so at their own expense. Catering and accommodation will not be provided, and you may only attend open sessions. Instead of completing the registration form please email ppta@avenues.co.nz to register your attendance.
Programme
The programme includes conference papers for debate, reports, speakers, and time for caucus and regional meetings. Papers and reports are circulated in advance and will be available on My Page in August.
Registration
All approved attendees will be directly sent a link at the start of Term 3 for an online registration form. Once registered, travel and accommodation arrangements will be made, and confirmation details provided.
Travel
An itinerary will be forwarded to attendees as soon as the bookings are made.
Attendees from the Aoraki and Waitaha Canterbury regions should travel by public transport or car, please car-share wherever possible. Mileage will be reimbursed at $1.17 per km. Parking will also be reimbursed and there are full-day parking options around the venue.
Attendees from regions other than Aoraki and Waitaha Canterbury, who are entitled to travel by air but choose to drive, are reimbursed either $1.17 per km or the average cost of a return airfare, whichever is cheaper.
Costs
There is no room surcharge for Executive members, Te Huarahi members and delegates. Breakfast is included with your accommodation and must be eaten at the hotel restaurant.
Observers
Costs for observers (ie. travel, accommodation, meals) will be charged back to the region. A number of optional twin share rooms are available for observers to enable regions to keep these costs to a minimum.
Conference information
A conference app will be available for all attendees, with the programme, speaker information, and practical details.
Inquiries
If you have any questions, please contact ppta@avenues.co.nz
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