GROUNDSWELL FEATURE EVENT
LOVE OUR LANEWAYS
13 – 15 September
Venue: Grey Street, Tauranga
Cost: Free
GROUNDSWELL FEATURE EVENT
LOVE OUR LANEWAYS
13 – 15 September
Venue: Grey Street, Tauranga
Cost: Free
Tickets to some events have already sold out
7 DAYS OF FRESH IDEAS AND INTERNATIONAL SPEAKERS
From 27 August to 2 September, Tauranga will come alive with a range of events, showcasing how our people and organisations are leading the way through innovation. Electric bikes, sustainable textiles, robotics, horticulture technology, and how to power an island. Engage with international leaders and experts from Tesla, Google, IBM, ANZ, Air New Zealand and more. From arts and culture, to science and technology, there’s something for everyone.
7 DAYS OF LOCAL INSPIRATION, FRESH IDEAS AND INTERNATIONAL SPEAKERS
Venue: Grey Street, Tauranga
Cost: Free
What happens when artists and architects take-over a city laneway and fill it with art, culture and personality? Bring a friend and grab lunch from one of our food trucks while experiencing art installations, street performers and more, all in the Tauranga CBD.
Venue: Basestation
Cost: From $50
An epic weekend of innovation, inspiration and opportunity! Form your own team and with the help of experienced mentors, learn how to launch a business, all in 54 hours.
Venue: Tauranga Art Gallery
Cost: $10
Engage in discussion with a panel of leading artists and designers, from Rebecca Anderson (Chaos and Harmony), to designers and founders of fashion house, Maaike, explore the future and possibilities of collaboration in art and fashion.
KEY SPEAKERS
See Suan at the 2018 YiA Innovation Forum: Screens, Machines and Virtual Reality Dreams
See Maru at Ko Maui Hangarau!
See Cleve at Race To The Future
See Liz and the RHUBARB Innovation Summit
DIP YOUR TOES OR DEEP DIVE IN TO TAURANGA’S INNOVATION COMMUNITY
Just beginning to learn about innovation? These events will help you gain a greater understanding of the ‘i’ word.
Keen to get more involved in the space? Improve your skills with one of our hands-on experiences.
Are you an experienced innovator? Upskill at one of our industry-specific events.
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