Zero Waste Aotearoa National Summit 2024

We warmly invite you to our special annual event connecting with the Zero Waste Network of Aotearoa. Wonderful Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Wellington will be hosting us as we come together to listen and learn via inspiring speakers and knowledgeable panellists. We will be workshopping on specific waste streams, and collaborating with others wearing the same hats as us but from other corners of the country. All wrapped around plenty of networking fun, and zero waste adventures to catch up with old friends, and welcoming in our new members.

Early Bird tickets available until the end of September!

Please note: Accomodation is not included in the ticketing. This year you will need to arrange your own accommodation for yourself and team.

Day 1 - Conference Day

The big picture

Starting 8.30am, Monday 18th November 2024

Join us on Day 1 for loads of learning and big picture thinking. Speaker sessions and panels are themed to:

• Zero Waste & Climate
• Zero Waste & Justice
• Zero Waste Towns Regions & Cities
• Zero Waste Economics

This day is designed to widen our lens and learn more of what our mahi contributes to on a national and global scale. We hope you leave feeling inspired and hopeful.

Special Evening Event

Zero Waste Solutions to Planetary Crises: Expert & political perspectives

Wrapping up the day is an evening open-to-the-public expert and political panel with all the Wellington locals who are working alongside us for a better world. 

This event is ticketed separately and spaces are limited. Find out more and grab your tickets here.

Day 2 - Network Day

Our piece in the puzzle

Starting 8.30am, Tuesday 19th November 2024

Join us on Day 2 for closer connection to our Zero Waste Network mahi. We’ll hear some inspiring stories from members, there’ll be time to concentrate on specific waste streams (think e-products, C&D, textiles, organics), time to collaborate in separate work streams, and an opportunity to Q&A the Zero Waste Network team and hear updates on our current projects (Everybite, Localised, Whakahaumanu a Hineahuone). 

This day is perfect for diving deep into our mahi alongside others, inspired from day 1. Let’s ideate, collaborate and come away feeling connected, supported and encouraged.

Day 2 - Communal dinner

Tuesday 19th November 2024

Top the night off with our special network evening where we can take time to celebrate, share stories, take selfies and enjoy a relaxed evening together. We are taking over The Hunter Lounge for a three-course buffet dinner on the Zero Waste Network (love #everybite), and there'll be a cash bar with lots of local, low-waste drinks.

Note: Dinner is included in the 2 day summit pass or Tuesday summit pass.

Day 3 - Site tour day (optional)

Starting 8.30am, Wednesday 20th November 2024

Take the talking into walking with your new network buddies on site tour day. We will be visiting the plethora of zero waste initiatives in the Wellington region. 

Please note: We have limited spaces for each tour so get in quick to secure your spot.

Option 1: Walking tour around CBD

• Free option but please RSVP - under 'add ons' at the second step when purchasing tickets
• 8:30am - 11:30am
• Starting point Sustainability Trust & Te Aro Zero Waste
• Carrying on to visit another 3 zero waste initiatives in the CBD area
  
  • KB Kombucha
  • Nisa
  • Tuatua Cafe
• Morning tea is included in ticket price

Option 2: Walking tour + Bike tour

• Paid option - add the biking tour found under 'add ons' at the second step when purchasing tickets
• 8:30am - 1:30pm
• Starting point Sustainability Trust & Te Aro Zero Waste
• Carrying on with the walking group to visit 3 zero waste initiatives in the CBD area
  • KB Kombucha
  • Nisa
  • Tuatua Cafe
• Then jumping on the bikes and heading to
  • Fillgood - reusable serviceware trailer
  • Cains Street hub with Kaicycle & Non Stop Solutions
• Finishing point Parrotdog in Lyall Bay
• Biking route is 90% off road on cycle paths
• Rental ebikes are provided as part of this tour option (If you would prefer to BYO bike please email isy@zerowaste.co.nz to confirm your spot instead of booking here)
• Bike gang is capped at 20 for safety
• Luggage can be transported from Sustainability Trust to Parrotdog if you’d like to fly out from there
• We can return all rental bikes to the CBD for you
• Morning tea & snacks are included in ticket price
• Lunch at Parrotdog is NOT include in the ticket price

Option 3: Community recycling centre van tour

• Paid option - add CRC tour found under 'add ons' at the second step when purchasing tickets
• 8:30am - 3:00pm
• Starting point Sustainability Trust & Te Aro Zero Waste
• Jumping in the vans and visiting:
  • Otaihanga Zero Waste, on Kāpiti Coast
  • Tip Shop, Wellington

Important things to note:

• Early bird tickets will be available until the end of September
• Accomodation is not included in the ticketing. Please arrange your own accommodation for yourself and team.
• On Sunday (17th Nov) arvo/evening we will have a very informal meetup if you want to join us for a drink and/or dinner. Details TBC.

Contact

Any questions please get in touch with isy@zerowaste.co.nz

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Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!