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ACCOMMODATION

The below hotels have provided NZFSS with a discounted booking link.

Bookings and rates are based on the availability at the time of enquiring. All accommodation costs are to be paid for directly to the hotel. NZFSS holds no responsibility for any accommodation bookings.

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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor 
CONFERENCE VENUE

Contact

04 499 9500
groups_wellington@grandchancellorhotels.com


Conference offer: 

Terrace Room - $189per night per room 

Executive Room - $239 per night per room 


Discount rate: 
Stay between 30 Nov, 2026 - 03 Dec, 2026

​*Terms and Conditions apply

 

Located on The Terrace, our hotel gives you direct lift access to Lambton Quay, putting Wellington’s shops, cafés, restaurants, waterfront and city attractions right on your doorstep. And if you’re travelling by car, you’ll enjoy direct motorway access and convenient on-site parking for a smooth start to your Wellington stay.​

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*Method of Payment: All guests to book & pay direct

Prices include GST tax of 15%

Rates quoted are per room, per night on a single, double or twin occupancy.

All rooms and rates are subject to availability.

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QT Wellington
90 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011

Contact

04 802 8900
reservations_qtwellington@evt.com


Conference offer: 20% off the flexible room rate
Discount rate:
Book between Now - 08 Dec, 2026

Stay between 27 Nov, 2026 - 08 Dec, 2026

​*Terms and Conditions apply

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Surprise yourself at QT Wellington, a significant fusion of expressive and luxurious art, technology and indulgence. Based in the heart of the creative capital, QT Wellington is a warm invitation to explore and define one of New Zealand’s most eclectic collections of art and character. ​

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Museum Apartment Hotel
90 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011

Contact

04 280 4949
reservations_museumapartmenthotel@evt.com


Conference offer: 20% off the flexible room rate
Discount rate:
Book between Now - 08 Dec, 2026
Stay between 27 Nov, 2026 - 08 Dec, 2026

​*Terms and Conditions apply

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Become the curator of your very own adventure. It all starts here, in the heart of Wellington’s cultural scene. Step into our adorned apartments, where colourful displays catch your eye and hold your attention. Venture into the lobby, then follow the corridors down to your very own door.​

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Oaks Wellington Hotel
89 Courtney Place, Wellington

Contact

+64 800 004 285
Wellington@theoaksgroup.co.nz


Conference offer: 15% discount off the rate of the day.

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Oaks Wellington Hotel offers modern accommodation in the heart of Wellington’s entertainment precinct. Boasting spectacular views, within close proximity to Te Papa, Tākina Convention Centre, the waterfront, the hotel features a range of convenient amenities including an on-site restaurant and bar, meeting facilities, car parking and gym facilities. The hotel is fresh and contemporary in its look, paying homage to the building’s history providing guests with a beautiful mix of history and style. Originally built in 1922 as an iconic Ford vehicle assembly plant it was then repurposed and now stands today transformed into a trendy and modern 9 story hotel for guests to enjoy.
 

How to Book:
Head to our website Rooms | Holiday Apartments at Oaks Wellington Hotel

On the top banner of our website;

• Select your requested dates

• Click on ‘HAVE A CODE?’

• Select ‘Promotion Code’ and enter the code NZFSS26

• Click ‘BOOK NOW’ and follow the booking prompts

Booking dates are valid for NZFSS Conference 2026 for 30th November – 6th December 2026.   

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For any additional support or group bookings of 10+ rooms please email sarahf@minorhotels.com.au

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Terms and Conditions:

- All rooms are subject to availability at time of booking

- Bookings must be made using the above Oaks specialised promocode in order to receive discounted rates

- Guarantee Policy: Reservations must be guaranteed to a major credit card and the full payment is required on arrival.

- Cancelation Policy: Changes and cancellations are permitted up until 2pm hotel local time 1 day prior to arrival. Changes, cancellations & no shows within this time will be charged in full.

- Full terms and conditions can be found here: Terms and Conditions | Oaks Hotels and Resorts

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Copthorne Hotel
73 Roxburgh Street, Oriental Bay, Wellington 6011

Contact

043850279

Discount code: NZFSS2026

Dates available: 30th November - 5th December 2026

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How to Book:

 

• Enter in your check in/out dates on the right hand side and “Check Availability”

• Load the Promote Code into the Promote Code cell under “Codes and Options” (on the right-hand side of the screen) in order to get the negotiated group rates

• Select your room and proceed to check out

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TRYP Hotel
15 Tory Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011

Contact

049743000

Discount code: NZFSS2026

Dates available: 30th November - 5th December 2026​

 

The rooms will be available to book from 30/11/2026-05/12/2026. The codes will expire on 02/11/2026.

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Booking conditions:

Cancellation is free of charge (FOC) 48 hours prior to the arrival date and there are no minimum stays.

 

Inclusion:
Room only. Complimentary: Nespresso coffee, T2 tea, juices, lollies, and fresh fruits, milk options are available in the lobby 7am-7pm.

THANK YOU TO OUR 2026
CONFERENCE SPONSORS

Gold Sponsor

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Silver Sponsors

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Gala Dinner Sponsor

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Welcome Function Sponsor

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Poster Session Sponsor

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Field Trip Sponsor

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Notepad Sponsor

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Student Awards Prize Sponsors

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2026 CONFERENCE EXHIBITORS

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KEY DATES

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Abstracts open: 21 May

Call for workshop & special sessions: 21 May
Registrations open: June
Abstracts Close: extended to 21 Aug
Special Sessions/Workshops close:
5 Aug
Author notification: 11 Sept
Draft programme released: Sept
Earlybird/Presenters Registrations: 16 Oct
Conference: 30 Nov - 4 Dec

ORGANISING COMMITTEE

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Evan Harrison - Greater Wellington | Conference Chair​

Andrew Rees - Victoria University

Alex James - EOS Ecology

Bram Mulling - Greater Wellington

Carys Marulli de Barletta - Student Rep

Chloe Nannestad - Greater Wellington

Chloe Price - Greater Wellington

Graham Sevicke-Jones - Programme Lead

Keri Hawkins - Greater Wellington

Indigo Little - Greater Wellington / Student Rep

Joelle Lousberg - Cawthron / Student Rep

Juliet Clague - Lincoln Agritech

Texas Downe - Greater Wellington / Student Rep

Tim Sharp - Greater Wellington

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​Shelley Haring - OnCue Conferences

Lea Boodee - OnCue Conferences

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CONFERENCE CONTACT

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Shelley Haring 
OnCue Conferences

shelley@on-cue.co.nz

03 928 0620 / 021403316

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