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Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

Wellington is known for its success in arts and screen and for being a progressive capital with a global outlook. The creative heart of our city has more recently evolved to become a capital of innovation, home to world-leading startups.

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Wellington is home to some of our country's best established and fastest growing startups including Xero, Trade Me, Sharesies, Hnry, PikPok and, of course, Weta Digital. Wellington's tech scene spans
all sectors with particularly high-profile hubs for Fintech, Cleantech, Creative tech, Sustainable Foodsand SAAS.


Wellington's population is highly educated, with more science centres and scientists that anywhere else in Aotearoa. Wellington is a highly connected and collaborative city with ambitious leadership
and a focus on technology and innovation.


Tech week in Wellington is being led by CreativeHQ, a group who have supported startups for two decades, and WellingtonNZ, the economic development agency for the region.

Featured Techweek events in Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

Capital Growth Jam Wellington's best marketing event! Headline

Capital Growth Jam Wellington's best marketing event!

Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

22 May, 2:00 PM - 7:00 PM Paid

Wellington's best marketing event!

Kāpiti Tech Week: Aaron Ward, Marcel van den Assum, Andrew Tokeley

Kāpiti Tech Week: Aaron Ward, Marcel van den Assum, Andrew Tokeley

Kapiti Boating Club, Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

21 May, 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM Free

An afternoon with Aaron Ward, AskNicely, Marcel van den Assum, Angel Investor, and Andrew Tokeley, Advisor

She’s in ctrl: Wāhine Fuelled Tech

She’s in ctrl: Wāhine Fuelled Tech

Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

20 May, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Free

Inspiring stories from inspiration woman working in the tech industry.

Careers of the Future

Careers of the Future

Creative HQ, Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

21 May, 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Free

Land your dream job in a world-changing startup.

Adapting Cities - Technology Stories from the Built Environment Headline

Adapting Cities - Technology Stories from the Built Environment

Warren and Mahoney, Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

22 May, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Free

A series of short presentations covering Carbon Emissions, AI, Digital Coordination, Design for Good, and Futurism in Construction

An Introduction to Data Sovereignty

An Introduction to Data Sovereignty

Te Waka Huia o Ngā Taonga Tuku Iho I Wellington Museum, Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

21 May, 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM Paid

Learn about ethical data practices that align with Māori data sovereignty principles and how to implement them in your workplace.

Bilingual approaches to website design and development

Bilingual approaches to website design and development

Springload Te Pipītanga, Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

23 May, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Free

A cross-disciplinary seminar considering how research, content, design, and development weave together to create bilingual websites.

First Cut Roadshow - Wellington

First Cut Roadshow - Wellington

Whisky & Wood, Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

20 May, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Free

Calling all aspiring young founders - join us on the First Cut Roadshow!

Get Started on Salesforce with Trailhead Headline

Get Started on Salesforce with Trailhead

Creative HQ, Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

25 May, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Free

Skill up in Salesforce for free - discover Trailhead and find yourself a new career!

HerTech Adventure: Creative minds and Tech

HerTech Adventure: Creative minds and Tech

Paraparaumu Library, Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

22 May, 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Free

HerTech Adventure: Creative minds and Tech

Inspiring Stories: From COBOL to Cloud and to CleanTech. 3 generations Headline

Inspiring Stories: From COBOL to Cloud and to CleanTech. 3 generations

Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

23 May, 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Free

With an increased focus on India, see how Indians in NZ shape our digital landscape.

Is AI Really My Best Friend? A Candid Look at AI in Marketing

Is AI Really My Best Friend? A Candid Look at AI in Marketing

Aro Digital, Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

24 May, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Free

Join our interactive workshop to look critically at how we should (and shouldn’t!) integrate AI in the future of marketing.

Show and Tell with JackBord

Show and Tell with JackBord

Paraparaumu Library, Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

20 - 25 May Free

Show and tell with JackBord

Startup Aotearoa Coaching Drop-in Sessions - Wellington

Startup Aotearoa Coaching Drop-in Sessions - Wellington

Creative HQ Wellington, Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

23 May, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Free

Free coaching sessions for founders

Uncovering New Zealand's tech secrets

Uncovering New Zealand's tech secrets

Catalyst House, Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

22 May, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Free

Catalyst are sharing some of NZ’s best kept tech secrets to help you do more for less this year.

Understanding Bitcoin: A Comprehensive Webinar

Understanding Bitcoin: A Comprehensive Webinar

Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington

24 May, 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM Koha

"Understanding Bitcoin: A Comprehensive Webinar" is a two-hour deep dive into the world of Bitcoin, covering everything you need to know.

Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington venues

Event Organisers - are you looking for a venue for your Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington Techweek2024 event?
To find out more about any of these venues and check availability please contact our Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington Regional Event Coordinator today!

Generator Waring Taylor

Address: 30 Waring Taylor Street, Wellington

Capacity: Suitable for gatherings of 4 to 130 people.

Ideal type of event: Meetings, workshops, seminars

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Catalyst IT

Address: level 6/150 Willis Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011

Capacity: 50

Ideal type of event: Events

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