Strengthening School Sport ​​​​​​​

2026 Secondary School Sport Conference

The 2026 Secondary School Sport Conference, scheduled for 14 – 15 September at the Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, is set to be a transformative event for professionals working in the secondary school sport sector across Aotearoa New Zealand. This year's theme, "Strengthening School Sport ", is building on a connected, sustainable and effective school sport system that supports rangatahi, schools and communities to thrive.


Key Details:

  • Dates: 14 – 15 September 2026
  • Timings:  Registration opens on Monday, 14 September at 8 am, Conference commences at 9 am, and the Conference closes at 3 pm on Tuesday, 15 September. 
  • Venue: Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
  • Programme: The programme will feature a mixture of workshops, keynotes, and presentations from subject matter experts. 
  • Registration includes: all conference keynote addresses, workshops and presentations.  Access to Exhibition/Trade display, morning teas, lunches, afternoon teas and Conference Dinner. 
  • Early Bird Registration (Closes Monday 3 August)
    • School Representative: $150 (+GST) after 3 August $250 plus GST
    • General Attendee: $250 (+GST) after 3 August $350 plus GST
  • Accommodation – A variety of Accommodation Options at favourable rates are included in the registration link.