September 15, 2026 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa 55 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand, Wellington
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The Deloitte and Chapman Tripp Election Conference 2026
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Join us for the Deloitte and Chapman Tripp Election Conference, hosted by BusinessNZ – the premier business forum of the 2026 General Election campaign.
This full-day event brings together political party leaders, senior ministers and key spokespeople to outline their vision for New Zealand’s economy and make their case to the country’s business community ahead of the November election.
Hosted by Ryan Bridge, the conference will analyse issues that matter most to business, including economic growth, infrastructure, workforce, sustainability and productivity. Discussion will be informed by insights from this year’s Election Survey, ensuring the conversation reflects priorities of businesses across New Zealand.
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