Engineering New Zealand : : Te Ao Rangahau

05/06/2026

Something important is coming back.

He kura nā Rātā, He kura pūkaha

📅 9–11 November
📍 Te Rauparaha Arena, Porirua

Te Mana Kiwi SPPEEx and Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau are proud to bring you He kura nā Rātā, He kura pūkaha 2026.

As Aotearoa New Zealand’s only wānanga celebrating Māori leadership, engineering ingenuity and innovation – you’ll experience real kōrero and manaakitanga.

This is more than an event. It’s a space to honour the past, shape the future, and build a more connected, inclusive profession where Māori engineers can thrive.

If this kaupapa connects to your work or your world – you’ll want to be there.

Learn more >> https://tinyurl.com/58a5vn7n

04/06/2026

Congratulations to Air New Zealand's Michelle Delves, recipient of the 2026 Auckland Awards Emerging Leader Award, sponsored by Grada Recruitment.

Michelle was a standout among a field of incredible leaders. Judges were inspired by her rapid technical growth achieved alongside meaningful leadership and community impact. Michelle is seen as a values-driven leader whose influence is already extending well beyond her immediate professional context.

Read about Michelle's early-career leadership and other inspiring award winners >> https://tinyurl.com/3vvk27hn

The 2026 Auckland Awards were brought to you by McConnell Dowell

29/05/2026

Learn about the engineering behind the restoration of Futuna Chapel. Once facing demolition, the 'hidden jewel' of Wellington's Karori stands renewed – its future secured by a determined community just in time for a milestone birthday.

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Once facing demolition, Futuna Chapel today stands renewed – its future secured by a determined community just in time for a milestone birthday.

27/05/2026

Take your engineering career international – and bring the knowledge home.

The Earle Travel Fellowship offers up to $15,000 to support overseas professional development for early‑career engineers, food technologists and scientists.

Build global connections, gain hands‑on experience, and help advance technology in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Applications close Tuesday 21 July.

Find out more and apply >> https://nzifst.org.nz/about-us/awards-and-prizes/scholarships-and-prizes

21/05/2026

Interested in how our major political parties plan to tackle the infrastructure crunch?

Join our election debate online on Thursday 6 August with ACT New Zealand leader David Seymour, Greens co-leader Chloe Swarbrick, New Zealand Labour Party leader Chris Hipkins, New Zealand National Party’s infrastructure spokesman Christopher Bishop and New Zealand First deputy leader Shane Jones. The debate will be streamed online – register now to get the link and submit your questions in advance.

Register now >> https://tinyurl.com/43pp94rs

18/05/2026

Engineers connected across the motu in April through a mix of learning, site visits and social events.

In Tāmaki Makaurau, members came together for a panel discussion to explore the future of infrastructure planning, delivery and the economic trends impacting Auckland’s engineering community – hosted by the Auckland Branch and GHD with the New Zealand Infrastructure Commission, Watercare and Auckland Council.

In the Bay of Plenty, engineers took part in a guided tour of the $60M upgrade at Rotorua’s Wastewater Treatment Plant, while in Southland, members headed onsite to Mercury Energy’s Kaiwera Downs Stage 2 wind farm.

Massey (Manawatū) Student Engineers hosted a relaxed movie night, while in Ōtautahi Christchurch, Canterbury Young Engineers led a panel discussion on recovery alliances and collaborative delivery models. In Whakatū Nelson, members joined an exclusive walkover of Port Nelson’s new mobile boat hoist facility, and in Waikato, Young Engineers wrapped up the month with a quiz night at The Cook.

See what’s coming up and register for an event or learning opportunity near you >> engineeringnz.org/courses-events

14/05/2026

Do you know the difference between a barrier designed to stop a person falling and one designed to stop a moving vehicle?

Find out >>

Vehicle barriers: when, where and how?

12/05/2026

Too hot? Too cold? Office aircon debates are more than just workplace small talk!

HVAC Engineering Group Chair Robert Banks explains the science behind why finding the “perfect” office temperature is harder than it seems.

Behind every comfortable, healthy building is the expertise of HVAC engineers. From improving indoor air quality and infection control to advancing energy efficiency, sustainability and decarbonisation, their work has a major impact on how we live and work.

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Wearing your padded jacket while your colleague is breezing by in a light shirt? Debate heats up as seasons change.

07/05/2026

This New Zealand Sign Language Week, discover how engineering innovation can remove barriers and improve access for everyone.

Kara Technologies is an award‑winning, Aotearoa‑founded start‑up. Their team of passionate engineers, project managers and advocates, led by Deaf staff is helping make New Zealand Sign Language more accessible across everyday services and critical communications.

It’s a strong example of how inclusive design helps ensure vital information is available to everyone.

Watch the video to see inclusive design making a real‑world impact ⬇

06/05/2026

Find out why standardising bridge replacements is a key part of KiwiRail’s strategy for managing its ageing bridge stock >> https://tinyurl.com/4tmmptby