The conference will be held at Victoria University of Wellington's Kelburn campus, in Lecture Theatre 1 of the Te Toki a Rata Building, located just above Wellington's city centre.
Notes for oral presenters
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If you would like to provide a handout or printed copy of your slides, please bring 50 copies with you. Alternatively, we would be happy to print the handouts for you. If you would like us to do so, please email a PDF version to aflanz2026@gmail.com by 4pm on 22 June NZ time. Please use the subject line: Handout printing – [author last name].
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If you would like us to make an e-version of your slides or handout available on the conference website, please also send the file by 4pm on 22 June. Please use the subject line: E-handout on website: [author last name]
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We recommend connecting your own device to the projector. If you plan to use the room PC instead, please email your presentation slides/handouts to us by 4pm on 22 June or upload the files to the room PC yourself during a break before your session. If your laptop requires an adaptor for connecting to the projector, please remember to bring it with you.
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You are welcome to test the presentation setup or upload your slides/handouts to the room PC during the breaks.
Notes for poster presenters
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Both portrait and landscape A0 posters are supported by our poster boards.
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Please arrange printing yourself prior to the conference. There is currently no poster-printing service available on campus. However, the following local printing companies offer poster-printing services:
Pivotal Print
https://www.pivotalprint.co.nz/
41 Martin Square, Te Aro, Wellington 6011
8am to 5pm Monday to Friday
Prestige Print
https://www.prestigeprint.co.nz
72 Abel Smith Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011
8:30am to 5pm Monday to Friday
Garratt Print
9 Haining Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011
9am to 4pm Monday to Friday
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How to find Te Toki a Rata Lecture Theatre 1 (TTR LT1)
The easiest way to reach Te Toki a Rata Lecture Theatre 1 (TTR LT1) is to enter the building from Kelburn Parade. There is an entrance directly off the road, as shown in the photo. Once inside the building, head downstairs to the venue.
You can search for "Te Toki a Rata" directly on your smartphone for directions, or use it as the destination for your Uber or taxi.
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Public transport to Kelburn campus
The following buses all travel from the central city up to the university's Kelburn campus. They all stop at bus stop 5915 (Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington Kelburn - Stop B) on Kelburn Parade, within the campus.
You can pay directly with a contactless credit card, debit card, or mobile wallet. Simply tap on when boarding and tap off when leaving the bus. No need to buy a paper ticket beforehand.
- 4 from Courtenay Place, Manners Street, Willis Street and Lambton Quay
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18 from Ghuznee Street and The Terrace
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21 from Ghuznee Street and The Terrace
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22 from Wellington Railway Station and The Terrace
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37 from Brandon Street, Lambton Quay and The Terrace
Dinner venue
The conference dinner will be held at Waitoa Victoria Street (175 Victoria Street, Te Aro, Wellington) on 23 June (Day 1), commencing at 6:30 pm.
The venue is approximately a 17-minute walk from the conference venue. Alternatively, you can take bus 18 or 21 and get off at Ghuznee Street. From there, it is just a 1-minute walk to the restaurant.
Student social gathering
There will be a casual student social gathering after the conference sessions on Day 2. All student participants are warmly invited to join and enjoy a drink together. Further details will be announced during the conference, but we'd encourage you to keep your early evening free if you'd like to join.
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Getting around Wellington
Wellington is a compact and very walkable city, and it’s easy to get around using buses or ride services like Uber. The Kelburn campus is conveniently accessible from the city centre by:
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Bus (frequent services from the city centre): https://www.metlink.org.nz/services
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Uber/DiDi/taxi (typically under NZD $15 ≈ USD $8)
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Walking (about 15–30 minutes uphill, for those who enjoy a scenic walk)
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More details about the conference venue will be provided closer to the time.
Staying anywhere in the city centre (Wellington Central / Te Aro area) works well, with easy access to campus via the options above.
Recommended accommodation
Budget-friendly options:
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Haka House Wellington
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The Marion Hostel
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Travelodge Hotel Wellington
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ibis Wellington
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Trinity Hotel
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Gilmer Apartment Hotel Wellington
Mid–high range:
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Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
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Astelia Apartment Hotel
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James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
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Novotel Wellington
Many hotels in central Wellington are within ~0.3–1 km of Kelburn and provide easy access to the university.
Getting from Wellington airport to the city centre
Wellington Airport is only about 6–8 km from the city centre, so getting into the city is quick and straightforward. Here are the main options:
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The most convenient public transport option. Nearest bus stop is in the airport car park, just outside the terminal exit.
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Route number AX towards Wellington Railway Station. Buses run between 5:30am and 9:55 pm and run at least every 15 minutes between 7:15am and 8pm.
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Travel time: ~15–30 minutes, depending on traffic.
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You can pay onboard by cash or card; the fare is NZD $11.5 (~USD $7).
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An alternative to the airport express bus that is at least 60% cheaper and almost as convenient as long as you have light luggage and it is not raining.
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Credit or debit card fare to the city centre is NZD $3.22 between 9 am and 3 pm and after 6:30 pm and NZD $4.60 between 7 am and 9 am and between 3 pm and 6.30 pm Remember to tag off with the card that you used to pay as you leave the bus otherwise a penalty fare is charged.
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Nearest bus stop is Hobart Street at Broadway, just outside the airport, approximately 650 metres/8 minutes' walk from the terminal exit. This stop is located at the closest end of Hobart Street, just up from the intersection with Broadway, on the western side of the street. Take the zebra crossing over Broadway to reach it.
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Route number 2 towards Karori. Buses run between 5:46 am & 11:06 pm and run at least every 16 minutes between 7:06 am and 8:06 pm.
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Journey time to the closest part of the city centre is approximately 20 minutes (depending on traffic).
Uber / DiDi / Taxi
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Widely available right outside the terminal
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Travel time: ~15–20 minutes (traffic-dependent)
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Cost: usually NZD $18–35 (≈ USD $10–20)
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Note: taxis are generally significantly more expensive than Uber and DiDi for the same journey
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Super Shuttle offers a convenient shared transfer between Wellington Airport and the city centre, with door-to-door service. It runs 24/7, can be pre-booked online, and is generally cheaper than a taxi, with fares to the downtown typically starting around NZD $18–25.
Rental Car
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Available at the airport, though not usually necessary if you’re staying in the city
Overall, the Airport Express bus or an Uber/DiDi are the easiest options. Wellington is compact, so once you’re in the city centre, most places are within walking distance.
Please feel free to reach out to aflanz2026@gmail.com if you have any questions.
