2026 Highlights

Discover the highlights from our most recent event.

What is BuildNZ?

Elevate your business with products, trends and knowledge.

For over 30 years, BuildNZ has been and remains New Zealand’s leading trade event for the build, construction and design industries. The event brings thousands of building professionals and construction industry innovators together to share ideas, showcase the latest products, discover the latest technologies and develop business relationships.

Two value-packed days | Industry seminars & networking | Thousands of solutions

Feature Destinations

Verkada Knowledge Theatre

Gain invaluable insights from leading experts in the construction and facility management industries in this free-to-attend educational hub.

The Future of Housing Summit

In collaboration with the Te Kāhui Whaihanga NZ Institute of Architects (NZIA), join industry leaders to explore bold innovation.

Polish Pavilion

Discover the innovation and quality that drive one of Poland’s most dynamic regions in the Polish Pavilion.

NZCB LBP EDUCATION DAY

The NZ Certified Builders (NZCB) LBP Education Day returns to BuildNZ 2026 keeping you informed about key industry developments.

Made in Germany Pavilion

Bringing together German Know-How and Kiwi ingenuity. See the latest products and technology from Germany.

IRHACE HVAC&R Hub

Connect with over 80 HVAC&R exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration.

CleanNZ Expo

A new dedicated feature zone showcasing the top suppliers from the cleaning industry.

Building Connections Networking Function

Connect with Poland’s high-level representatives and companies from the country’s dynamic construction services and interior design sectors.

Autodesk Networking Lounge

Reconnect with colleagues, host informal meetings, and develop new relationships in the Networking Lounge.

The official event guide for BuildNZ 2026 is out now! Plan head with view detailed exhibitor profiles, product previews and insightful articles before your visit.

Exhibitors

Astrolift

IBS

Resene Paints Ltd

Green Gorilla

Ambiance by STÄRKE

bbi Wood Products

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Speakers

Andy Rampton

Industry Transformation Leader (APAC)

Ben Hurrell

Head of Project and Tendering

Caroline McDowall

GM Housing Delivery Group

Hon. Chris Penk MP

Minister for Building & Construction

Claire Falck

Malcolm Fleming

Chief Executive

New Zealand Certified Builders

Christopher Kelly

Architecture Workshop

Mark Abbot

Chief Executive

Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects

Huia Reriti

Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects

Dominic Drumm

Westferry Property Services

Past Speakers

Kerin Russell-Smith

Executive Director

Dominion Constructors

Kirsten Magnusson

Chief Executive

Building Institute Aotearoa

Craig Treloar

Executive General Manager

Hawkins

Bruno Goedeke

Chief Executive

Naylor Love

Andy Alagappan

Founder & Director

Strategic Planning Co.

Mark Abbot

Chief Executive

Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects

Ankit Sharma

Chief Executive

Master Builders

Tony Alexander

Economics Speaker and Writer

Hon. Chris Penk

Minister for Build & Construction

New Zealand Government

Ben Hurrell

New Zealand Country Manager

BCI Central