Smoke is a team of dedicated and spirited photographers. Their target is truly excellent event photography, unrivalled by all else. The Smoke team brings a fresh, contemporary perspective to event photography, comprised of some of New Zealand's most in-demand photographic talent. With detail-orientated editors at their side, they believe in quality and ease, a combination of achieving paramount success and achieving it swiftly. They are committed to doing every moment of every event justice, from top to bottom. Smoke photographers are local to most New Zealand cities, and our dedicated team of editors ensure every last detail is perfect, and that images are delivered to our clients quickly. Conferences, gala dinners, conventions, awards nights, school balls, incentives - we create stunning visuals that tell the story of your event and present it in its very best light. Contact us today to discuss photography or video for your event.
Black Pineapple are the experts of drinks catering. From cocktail parties to gala dinners, they toast to you. Black Pineapple are known for their outstanding drinks and service. They pride themselves on bespoke cocktails, themed bars and everything in between. All drinks are created to mirror your theme, as well as to complement your guests and dining. Black Pineapple are passionate about world class presentation and production, no matter the size of your event, and collaborate with the best of the best when it comes to bartenders, breweries and drink connoisseurs. From bespoke cocktails to our themed bars and our custom built drinks trolley, we have endless inspiring ways to bring your event to life.
When you need to make an impact, our innovative range of furniture is designed to bring an enhanced look that will ensure your next event stands out in style and sophistication. Darby & Grey Event Hire collections are crafted with luxe fabrics and designer details to fit perfectly with the aesthetic of luxury brands and meet the expectations of a discerning crowd. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to ensuring every piece of furniture is always in immaculate, as-new condition for your event and with a reputation for attentive, professional and personal service, we are proud to be a trusted vendor for leading industry names. Leave a lasting impression that positions your business, brand or product in the best light possible. Get in touch with us to discuss how we could help create an inspired space for your next event.
Security experts for discerning clientele. Our professional hosts elevate the status of your event, welcome your guests, and provide peace of mind. CSG prides itself on attention to detail and ensures that only the best people in the industry represent the CSG brand. CSG is the preferred supplier for Glasshouse Morningside, Ellerslie Racecourse, Tom Tom, Sapphire, and dozens of other event venues. Our team are the go-to security professionals for celebrities and high profile visitors to New Zealand, and are available to hire as professional hosts and security guards for your corporate event.
We love us a little (or BIG) party… You want you event to look amazing, and so do we. Working with you and for you, sourcing, designing and styling, we carefully curate your event dreams. We love us a little (or BIG) party… & if you are taking the time to check us out, then we're guessing you do too. You want your event to look amazing, and so do we! Working with you & for you, we carefully curate your event dreams. So. What do we do? Event Design At PS. we love getting down to the nitty-gritty of design, providing each client with a detailed and personalised style board. Drawing on our knowledge & style skill set, we will take your event to the next level. Combined with our outstanding in-house floral team, decadent hire inventory & wealth of fabulous suppliers, your event will be one to remember! Our team design, prep, set up & pack down. Every stylish detail: sorted! Event Coordination Need a little more help getting your event to a guest-worthy state? PS are skilled in project management. Full supplier coordination & a detailed on-day run sheet, ensure your day runs seamlessly. Let us create & curate with our full event design and planning service.
1Solution is a provider of short term, business-to-business rentals with excellent quality equipment at competitive rates with exceptional service. Conferences, Trade Shows, Exhibitions, Activations, Weddings, Funerals and more... 1Solution is an Audio Visual and Computer rental company currently celebrating our 10th year of servicing business and government clients in Auckland and around the North Island. We take a "No job is too small" approach to events, with TV screens from 32” up to 75”, wall mounted or on our 2m freestanding floor stands. iPads and laptops with 23” to 40” external touch screens are available. PA systems for audiences as small as thirty up to 350-400, or outdoor crowds. Full HD projectors and screens for small staff presentations, up to large conferences. We deliver, install and pack-down all our rentals, so you're free to concentrate on what is important. Technical support is available on all rentals, but not pushed on you, so if you’d rather be shown how it all works and left to it – the choice is yours! Our job is to make your event stress free – call us to see how we can help make that happen.
Microsoft Azure Summit was held in Wellington, Queens Wharf. The conference was hosted in TSB Arena's Shed 6 and Auditorium, focusing on the new era of Intelligent Cloud. Speakers included Vijay Tewari, Microsoft’s Principal Azure Group Programme Manager, and Russell Craig, Microsoft's Chief Technical Officer. The event was sponsored by BNZ, Intel, Volpara Health Technologies and more. “With such huge advances in cloud technology it’s great timing for an event like this, to give Kiwi businesses a clear idea of how they can make cloud work for them and to give them the tools they need to accelerate their digital transformation journey,” said Patrick Quesnel, Microsoft Cloud and Enterprise BG Lead.
Spirits Awards 2019 was hosted at Te Papa to recognise and celebrate achievement within the New Zealand spirits industry. The ceremony was presented by Spirits New Zealand Inc. and Distilled Spirits Aotearoa (NZ) Inc., with sponsors including Super Liquor, Tasmanian Cask Co, Lactanol, Label & Litho, Lion and The Spirits Workshop Distillery.
Techweek 2019 spanned 5 different cities in New Zealand, starting at Wellington before moving on to Tauranga, Christchurch, Auckland and Dunedin. Venues included the Museum of New Zealand, Trustpower Stadium Lounge, Horncastle Arena, Auckland University of Technology and Otago Business School, with sponsors such as Startup Dunedin, Iris, Electric Vehicles, Bison, Signal, Scott Machinery, Dexion and many more. “New Zealand is full of big dreamers, smart collaborators and ingenious thinkers," Chief Executive of NZTech Graeme Muller said, "and this year we celebrate those people and their projects, and give people all over the country the chance to interact with those leading the way in tech."
Harcourts held their annual multi-day conference at Sky City, with catering provided by Sky Café. The conference included Harcourts 2019 National Awards and Hall of Fame, and sponsors included ABC Photosigns, Spark, Pink Batts, NZME, Noel Leeming, Property Press, TorFX and many more.
Global Internship held their annual two day conference at the Auckland Town Hall and Auckland Museum, co-hosted by the University of Auckland. Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development served as the city's sponsor, alongside Education New Zealand and the Academic Internship Council.
This year, Flight Centre’s annual ball took place at Auckland’s Spark Arena. The 1950s inspired event was put together by the team at CiEvents, with sponsorship from Sabre, Air New Zealand, FCB Media, Vodafone and Emirates.
Helloworld Frontliners hosted their 2019 conference at SKYCITY Convention Centre, an annual event that brings together their partners and nationwide team to celebrate travel, aspiration and success. Shed 10 was selected as the venue for their gala dinner to conclude the two-day conference. Styling was by Event Impressions, with the main conference organised and planned with the help of Go Incentives. Total Event Solutions leant their expertise to the event to make it a flourishing success, with Simon McDowell as their esteemed MC alongside inspirational speakers from across the globe.
New Zealand Venues is a brand new concept for the NZ MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and events) industry, featuring comprehensive venue profiles, an event supplier directory and gorgeous event showcases highlighting the incredible nights New Zealand's events professionals create. The site launched with a bang at Auckland's newest venue, <a href="https://nzvenues.co.nz/auckland-venue/glasshouse" target="_blank">Glasshouse Morningside</a>, on June 6th. The event was attended by 250 of the Auckland corporate event industry's movers and shakers, including many of the city's top venues, event planners and suppliers. With incredible cocktails from Black Pineapple, wine and beer by <a href="https://nzvenues.co.nz/auckland-supplier/greatlittlevineyards" target="_blank">Great Little Vineyards</a> and Tuatara, styling by PS I Love You, catering by <a href="https://nzvenues.co.nz/auckland-supplier/little-wolf" target="_blank">Little Wolf</a>, an unbelievable feature display by Lunar Balloons, furniture by Darby & Grey and lighting by La Lumiere, it all added up to a stunning night.
Harcourts hosted their Northern Area Awards Ceremony at Pullman in Auckland. Absolutely delicious catering was served throughout the day and handy Harcourts branded clappers were set at every table, enabling guests to cheer for the lucky award winners.
Microsoft hosted their Azure Developers Tour at the ANZ Viaduct Event Centre in Auckland. The event was all about code. For developers old and new to the cloud, the Azure tour offered solutions to their most challenging problems with seminars from leading industry professionals. The slick and unmistakably Microsoft decoration, and the extremely well utilised audiovisual technology made this event a complete success.
Harcourts hosted their annual three-day conference and gala awards night at SKYCITY in Auckland. The event started off with an expo for business owners, sales agents, property managers, and admin team members to get inspired. On day two, guests enjoyed seminars from industry leaders and top quality entertainment from internationally renowned recording artist, Guy Sebastion. On the third and final day, Harcourts threw their gala dinner awards night to show appreciation for the hardworking people behind the business.
Microsoft hosted their 2018 Cloud Developer Advocates Tour at Hoyts in Auckland. As expected from one of the worlds leading tech companies, the technology used during the conference was powerful and effective - seminars were seamlessly displayed on Hoyts' massive cinema screens. The event also boasted excellent catering, from breakfast bagels and coffee to individual salad bowls for each attendee.
Queenstown, famed for its cornucopia of local produce and wine-making prowess, is home to some of the best restaurants in all of New Zealand, many of which double as exciting venues. Restaurant venues are an ideal pick for a variety of reasons, from an established ambience to their overall structures, but the main reason is crystal clear: on-site catering. The Queenstown restaurant venues listed below specialise in hosting dinners, cocktail parties and so much more, whether you’re looking for quaint and cosy or something with a little more pizzazz. Here are some of the best Queenstown restaurants for you to choose from.
The City of Sails, Auckland, is a hotspot for all manner of events: cocktail parties, gala dinners, conferences, seminars, meetings and so much more. No matter how big or small, Auckland has unique venues to cater to your event, be it with a contemporary or traditional twist. With the famed Sky Tower at its centre offering serene views of the Viaduct Harbour, as well as Auckland Domain, the city’s oldest park, there is a wealth of spaces in Auckland to choose from when considering a venue for your next Auckland event. We have a list of the best venues for hire in Auckland, from the cosy and conventional to the modern and dynamic.
The capital of New Zealand, Wellington, sits on the edge of the Cook Strait, famed for its sandy beaches and waterfront promenade. It’s filled with energy, vibrance and more wind than most are used to, alongside a number of fantastic venues to entertain both intimate gatherings and seminars for hundreds of guests. This guide is filled with the best Wellington venues that the city has to offer, from polished hotel venues and quaint vineyards to inventive galleries and spacious stadiums to host your next Wellington event.
Hawkes Bay is famed for its stunning beaches and quaint wineries, alongside its unique and inspirational art deco architecture that can be found throughout it. The venues it offers are chic and memorable, with Hawkes Bay's signature charm at the very centre. Whether you're looking for historical or modern, Hawkes Bay has a venue to perfectly match the tone of any event.
Tauranga is a harbourside city with a wealth to offer when it comes to venues. With its rich history, there are a number of historical venues that now server as popular venue choices, alongside a host of modern venues to choose from. The epitome of convenience and beauty, Tauranga is a top choice when it comes to hosting events. Here's a list of the most popular venues in Tauranga, from contemporary to classic.
Christchurch is a magnet for tourists and locals alike throughout New Zealand. Known for its beauty and urban appeal, it has recently undergone a makeover that makes it all the more exciting. With architecture blending the old and new, bustling city life and so much more, it’s no wonder that it’s a hotspot for top-tier venues and events alike. Host events at landmark venues that celebrate the culture of Christchurch, or choose modern spaces for your conference, gala dinner or cocktail party. No matter the event type, Christchurch has a venue to accommodate it.
Corporate events range from large conventions and conferences to smaller retreats and parties, so finding the correct venue for a corporate function can be a challenge. Queenstown, with its wide selection of venues and idyllic atmosphere, serves as one of the premium spots in New Zealand for corporate venues. Whether you’re hosting a business seminar or a private retreat for your staff, Queenstown has a host of corporate event venues to choose from. We’ve compiled 12 of the best corporate event venues for you to peruse, all with their own charm and extensive facilities.
Picking a venue to match the tone of your event plays a key role in hosting, whether it's a product launch or a fundraising dinner. Queenstown, with its postcard backdrop and welcoming atmosphere, is home to some of the best venues in New Zealand. We have a list of 30 of the best venues in Queenstown, all entirely unique to its charm and never-ending beauty.
From product launches to marketing events, conference venues are in high demand and finding the right one to suit the tone of your event can be a toss up between space, technology and location. When picking the ideal conference venue in Queenstown, we’ve got you covered with the 10 best conference venues to choose from for all your professional needs.
When going through your cocktail party checklist, one of the top priorities is choosing a venue most suited to the event. It all depends on the venue’s size, location and, most notably, ambience. Queenstown, famed for its picture perfect surroundings and the shimmering waters of Lake Wakatipu, offers a wide selection of cocktail party venues, from casual and colourful to sleek and modern. We have gathered the most outstanding ones to present a list of 11 of the best Queenstown venues for cocktail parties.
Hawke’s Bay is famed for its idyllic beaches, wineries and art deco architecture. If you’re looking to host a corporate event in this region, we’ve got you covered with a list of the 13 best corporate event venues in Hawkes Bay. From charming and unique spaces with a rich history, to modern and sleek event centres, there is bound to be an option that hits the spot.
Cocktails parties are an ideal balance of business and pleasure. Whether it’s team bonding, social networking or a chance to unwind with colleagues, they’re a must on every corporate social calendar. Tauranga, known for its idyllic harbour views and rich history, offers spectacular venues for cocktail parties, ranging from polished hotel settings overlooking the water to the inspired backdrop of its ultra-modern gallery.
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