Hosted this year at Rippon Hall, the Better Building Day brings together architects, builders, designers, local government, developers and changemakers to explore how we can build better. From healthier materials, circular design, nature positive development and values led leadership, our speakers and experts will set out the future direction of the industry. The day will end with a tour of some of Wānaka's inspiring local projects that are redefining what it means to build well. A day for the entire building industry to gather and shape future development.
Read more about the day in this blog post by Olivia Bonifant, Better Building Programme Manager at Wao.
Professional development: NZIA-registered Better Building Day pass holders are eligible for 50 CPD points. Unlimited Festival Pass holders are eligible for 100 CPD points. Check out the FAQ page for more information. LBP points can also be claimed by pass holders..
DAY PROGRAMME
Thursday 29 October 2026
7:30AM - 8.45AM: Better Building Brekkie & Trade Show
9:00AM - 12.00PM: Speaker Presentations
Morning Tea
Regeneration: A Positive Action We Can All Take In This Time
Designing with Māori and Pacific Values
12:00pm - 1.00PM: Better Building Networking Lunch
1:00pm - 5.00pm: Better Building Tour
5:30pm - 8.00PM: Green Drinks & Evening Kōrero - The Future of Energy (separate Kōrero ticket required. Better Building Passholders receive a $5 discount - purchase as a ticket add-on via Humantix after selecting your day pass to receive the discount)
Schedule subject to change, any updates will be communicated here and to ticket holders.
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