Buyer programme 2026

This years TRENZ programme continues to focus on what works best, two and a half days of appointments and valuable networking opportunities designed to foster meaningful connection and provide exceptional value.

Monday 18 May

2.00pm onwardsBuyers arrive in Auckland
4.30pm - 6.00pm

Welcome pōwhiri   

A pōwhiri is a Māori welcoming ceremony involving whaikōrero (formal speech), waiata (singing) and kai (food).

EveningOwn arrangements

Tuesday 19 May

8.00amHost city famil activities – followed by lunch
1.30pmTRENZ 2026
2.00pm - 2.15pm4 delegate appointments
3.15pm-3.30pmAfternoon tea
3.30pm-4.45pm4 delegate appointments
5.30pm - 8.30pmWelcome Function

Wednesday 20 May

7.30am Venue open – Barista coffee and light breakfast available 
8.20am - 10.15am6 delegate appointments
10.15am -10.35amMorning tea and networking break
10.35am -12.30pm6 delegate appointments
12.30pm - 1.30pmLunch
1.30pm - 3.25pm6 delegate appointments
3.25pm - 3.50pmAfternoon tea and networking break
3.50pm - 5.25pm5 delegate appointments
5.25pm - 7.00pmNetworking Function
7.15pm onwardsSuggested time for non-official functions to commence

Thursday 21 May

7.30amVenue open – Barista coffee and light breakfast available 
8.20am - 10.15am6 delegate appointments
10.15am -10.35amMorning tea and networking break
10.35am -12.10pm5 delegate appointments
12.10pm - 1.10pmLunch
1.10pm - 2.45pm6 delegate appointments
2.45pm - 3.10pmAfternoon tea and networking break
3.10pm - 4.45pm5 delegate appointments
4.45pm – 5.45pmHaere rā (Farewell) hour
7.00pm-11.00pm

Celebration of Tourism - Tāmaki Street Party function

This function is not part of the official TRENZ programme and is hosted by Tātaki Auckland Unlimited and their partners. Attendance is complimentary for buyers. If you wish to attend, please select this item when you register to be allocated a ticket. Keep an eye out for more exciting details coming soon.

Appointments 1
farewell