Industry Events | Civil Contractors NZ

2025 Manawatū-Whanganui Regional Excavator Operator

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We are excited to announce that entries are now open for the CablePrice Manawatū-Whanganui Regional Excavator Operator Competition 2025! This is your chance to put your skills to the test, compete against the best operators in our region, and showcase the expertise and precision that define our industry. Whether you're an experienced operator or keen to give it a go, we encourage you to enter and be part of this fantastic event.

South Island Trenchless Technology Forum 4 June 2026

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Join Civil Contractors New Zealand (Canterbury Westland Branch) and the Australasian Society for Trenchless Technology for a focused, in-person forum designed to inform, connect and inspire better infrastructure decision-making.

CCNZ National Conference 2026

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The civil construction industry's main event of 2026 will be hosted in Wellington at the Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Mates and Motors 2026: Unmissable Fun & Fundraising in Taupō!

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Start your engines and rally your mates—Mates and Motors 2026 is revving up for another epic weekend of camaraderie, classic rides, and good vibes, all in support of Mates in Construction! This is the motor-lovers’ event of the year, packed with action, laughter, and purpose. Trust us—this is the one you don’t want to miss!

The Black Art 2026 - Pavements and Surfacing - Putting the Theory into Practice - Call for Abstracts

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Black Art 2026 brings together New Zealand’s asphalt and chip sealing community for a one-day deep dive into what truly makes high performing pavements. This year’s theme, “Putting the Theory into Practice,” is all about bridging the gap between knowledge and real-world delivery.

CCNZ Nelson Marlborough GUEST SPEAKER EVENT - Matt Ensor AI Expert - Wed 18th March 2026 3.30pm

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Please join us for our first guest speaker event for 2026! Matt Ensor is a well known pioneer in Generative AI in New Zealand

CCNZ CablePrice National Excavator Operator Competition 20 & 21 March 2026

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CCNZ 2025 AGM

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The CCNZ 2025 Annual General Meeting will be held online by Teams at 4pm, Thursday 14 August 2025. The Annual Report, full AGM agenda, resolutions, information on candidates nominated and proxy forms will be sent to all members on or around Wednesday 30 July 2025.

The Black Art 2025 - The Science and the Art - Registrations closing Friday 22nd August

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Black Art 2025 brings together surfacing experts to explore breakthroughs in asphalt and chipseal, from solving flushing with science to the latest in fatigue testing, sustainable binders, and compaction tech. A full day of quickfire presentations from industry experts and emerging leaders highlights innovation, collaboration, and practical solutions driving quality, efficiency, and sustainability in New Zealand’s surfacing sector.

CCNZ CablePrice National Excavator Operator Competition 14 & 15 March 2025

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Prepare for excitement as New Zealand’s finest excavator operators battle it out to be crowned National Excavator Operator of the Year in the CCNZ CablePrice National Excavator Operator Competition! The annual National Excavator Operator Competition will be held at Central Districts Field Days in Feilding from 14-15 March 2025.