Christchurch, New Zealand to host prestigious PCOA Conference in 2025

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Christchurch, New Zealand, has been selected as the host city for the Professional Conference Organisers Association (PCOA) Conference 2025, marking only the second time the event will be held in New Zealand.

The conference is set to attract 400 of the top conference and event organisers from Australia and New Zealand to the vibrant city of Ōtautahi Christchurch.

The successful bid was a collaborative effort by ChristchurchNZ, Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre, and Christchurch Airport.

The event will take place from 7-9 December 2025 at the state-of-the-art Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre.

Ali Adams, Chief Executive of ChristchurchNZ, highlighted the city’s readiness to host such a significant gathering.

“We are incredibly proud to host the PCOA conference in 2025 and look forward to welcoming attendees with the warmest manaakitanga (hospitality).

Christchurch’s world-class facilities and vibrant cityscape will undoubtedly impress this esteemed group of professionals,” Adams said.

Ross Steele, General Manager of Te Pae Christchurch, echoed the excitement.

“Our experienced team is eager to deliver an exceptional event, showcasing the beauty and business potential of our city to top conference and event organisers.

This is a tremendous opportunity to spotlight Christchurch as a leading conference destination,” Steele stated.

The announcement was made on 3 December at the conclusion of PCOA24 in Brisbane, adding to the anticipation for next year’s event.

PCOA25 promises to be a landmark occasion for Christchurch, providing a platform to demonstrate the city’s appeal as a premier conference and event destination.