Since forming in 2018 Spark Health have been committed to helping all New Zealanders live healthier lives through the power of technology.

We help connect health information, clinicians and consumers across the country. Our goal is to enable a digital health ecosystem to provide the best healthcare technology and systems to improve lives while enabling healthcare providers to integrate and personalise care.

The University of Waikato is committed to strengthening health outcomes in rural and regional communities across New Zealand through education, research and long-standing partnerships with iwi, health providers and the wider sector, with a strong focus on improving equity and access to healthcare.

This is being advanced through the New Zealand Graduate School of Medicine (NZGSM), a graduate-entry programme intentionally designed for primary care and community-based training, alongside the development of a new Health Precinct to support interdisciplinary learning and collaboration. Delivered through a national network of clinical placements, it emphasises continuity of care and community immersion, supporting the development of a workforce more likely to serve where need is greatest.

Together, NZGSM and the continued growth of Te Wānanga Waiora – the University’s Division of Health, including nursing, midwifery and pharmacy, provide a coordinated, multidisciplinary approach to building a sustainable, equitable and regionally connected health workforce for the future.

The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is the only College in Australia dedicated to rural, remote and First Nations healthcare.

Accredited by the Australian Medical Council, ACRRM provides training, certification, and professional development for doctors pursuing a rewarding career in rural generalism.

We are committed to delivering sustainable, high-quality healthcare to rural, remote, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities through:

• A Rural Generalist Fellowship Program leading to a GP qualification with advanced skills tailored for rural and remote practice
• Regional and accessible support throughout your journey
• Strong national and regional advocacy for rural healthcare

Student membership is free. Join a national network of adventurous and visionary Rural Generalists who share one goal — to See More. Do More. Be More.

Learn more about ACRRM and our student opportunities at our website, or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X, and LinkedIn

The University of Auckland has provided rural health undergraduate training since 2012. It runs a number of innovative programmes, such as the award winning rural health interprofessional programme Te Takapau Wānanga in Hokianga; rural medical immersion programmes in Hāwera, Te Kūiti, Hauraki-Coromandel and Wellsford; the Waikato-Lakes regional rural programme; Pukawakawa in Northland, in which students are four times more likely to work rurally post graduation; and the rural health interprofessional programme in Whakatāne, which has graduated over 700 students from 15 different disciplines and multiple tertiary institutions. The Rural Health Unit, within the Department of General Practice and Primary Health Care is actively involved in rural research and advocacy and is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of rural communities.

The Otago Community Trust provides grants to not for profit Community groups and project that make a positive contribution to the Otago Community.

The Trust is generously sponsoring up to 15 rural health professionals from the Otago region to attend the National Rural Health Conference.

indici — Next-Generation, AI-Ready Practice Management System

Smarter. Simpler. Seamlessly connected.

indici is a modern, fully browser-based practice management system trusted by GP, specialist, allied health, and multi-site healthcare providers across New Zealand. Built as a true cloud platform, indici requires no software installs, no local servers, and no remote desktop tools—providing secure access from anywhere with an internet connection.

Designed for today’s connected healthcare environment, indici integrates seamlessly with key parts of the New Zealand health ecosystem and supports mobile, telehealth, and AI-enabled clinical and administrative workflows. Real-time dashboards provide clear visibility across clinical activity, operations, and financial performance, while built-in document and photo capture help streamline everyday tasks.

Security and privacy are foundational to indici. The platform operates with multiple layers of safeguards, supported by ISO/IEC 27001 certification, SOC 2 reporting, and alignment with New Zealand health sector security standards, including HISO. All practice data is hosted in New Zealand using a resilient, multi-site architecture designed to support availability and continuity.

With extensive experience migrating practices from the major PMS platforms used nationwide, indici transitions are carefully planned to support continuity for both clinical teams and patients. Today, over 600 healthcare sites across Aotearoa rely on indici as a future-ready platform, no legacy baggage, no installs, just care — anywhere, anytime.

MAS is a New Zealand-owned insurance and investment provider that’s been enhancing the financial health and wellbeing of our Members since 1921. We’re a mutual, owned by our Members, so we have their best interests at heart. In fact, our exceptional service and claims experience have led our Members to vote us Consumer People's Choice 10 years in a row for our House, Contents and Car insurance. We've also been awarded Canstar's Most Satisfied Customers awards for Home and Contents Insurance, Car Insurance and Seniors Insurance, and been named 'Favourite Member-Focused KiwiSaver Scheme' in MoneyHub’s 2025 Editor’s Choice Awards. We were praised for our outsourced investment approach, Member-first ethos and unique mutual model.

The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners trains New Zealand’s specialist GPs and rural hospital doctors. We also set the standards for safe, equitable general practices across the motu and we’re the proud advocate voice of our 6,000 members. Our membership is made up of registrars on our training programmes and Fellows of the College who are specialist GPs and rural hospital doctors.

General Practice New Zealand provides leadership, advocacy and voice for primary care. Our membership encompasses 25 of Aotearoa’s 30 Primary Health Organisations (PHOs), covering an enrolled population of more than 4.25 million New Zealanders, including more than 80 per cent of the enrolled Māori population.

Our mission is to connect primary and community care to shape the future of hauora and achieve health equity.
Our vision is a health and care system that supports all people to live well in their communities, delivers best possible care where and when people need it, and will be there for future generations.
To align with organisational goals, we’ll soon be changing our name to Primary Care New Zealand. This name reflects who and what we are about, and gives room to grow and support a wide range of health and care professionals providing comprehensive primary care services that ultimately will deliver pae ora for the people of Aotearoa New Zealand.

Fonterra is proud to stand alongside rural communities across Aotearoa New Zealand. As a co‑operative owned by thousands of Kiwi farming families, Fonterra’s success is closely tied to the strength, resilience, and wellbeing of the regions where its farmers and people live and work. Through long‑term partnerships, local sponsorships, and investment in community initiatives, Fonterra supports education, environmental stewardship, health and safety, and grassroots events that help rural communities thrive. This commitment reflects a belief that strong farms need strong communities — now and for generations to come.

Te Pūnaha Matatini is the home of complex systems research in Aotearoa New Zealand. We reveal the patterns and dynamics shaping our world and grow ethical, collaborative experts equipped to address our most pressing challenges.

At Te Pūnaha Matatini, we’re taking a fresh approach to tackling complex challenges by working across disciplines and putting communities at the heart of our research. We're leading work like modelling the health risks that will affect communities as climate change continues, co-developing resources in Tairāwhiti to prepare for future weather events, and modelling an entire country as complex system to improve decision-making.

Ka Ora Telecare provides people living in rural communities across New Zealand with a quick and easy way to connect with a healthcare professional for after-hours medical advice and treatment. Patients can access same-day phone or video consultations with the medical team, either by calling directly or booking online via the portal. The service operates from 5:00pm to 8:30am on weekdays, and 24 hours a day on weekends and public holidays. The team includes kaiāwhina, registered nurses, general practice doctors and nurse practitioners (available from 5:00pm to 10:00pm on weekdays and from 8:30am on weekends and public holidays), emergency doctors (10:00pm to 8:30am), as well as operations and support staff. Ka Ora Telecare works alongside a patient’s enrolled general practice team to provide seamless after-hours care, assessing needs and offering advice, treatment, prescriptions, test requests, and medical certificates as required. General practices also share up-to-date patient information with the Ka Ora team to ensure care is well-informed and appropriate.

Water New Zealand is the country’s leading organisation for the water sector, bringing together professionals, organisations and communities committed to safe, sustainable and resilient water services for Aotearoa New Zealand. Through advocacy, learning, knowledge-sharing and sector leadership, Water New Zealand supports best practice across drinking water, wastewater and stormwater – all essential to healthy people and thriving communities. We are proud to have Water New Zealand supporting Rural WONCA 2026 and the shared goal of strong, sustainable futures for rural whānau

Health Informatics New Zealand (HiNZ) is the trusted community for digital health, connecting the health workforce with industry and innovation, and education and research to enable digital health transformation across Aotearoa New Zealand.

With over 1,000 members and a national reach of more than 20,000 across its media, education, events, and online community, HiNZ brings people together to share knowledge, build capability, and support change across the health system.

WellingtonNZ is the economic development agency (EDA) for the Wellington region. Business Events Wellington, which is a part of WellingtonNZ, is the official convention bureau for Wellington. With years of industry and event planning experience and in-depth knowledge of the region, Business Events Wellington provides free and impartial advice to successfully host a conference in Wellington. Learn more at WellingtonNZ.com/meet.

Tourism New Zealand is responsible for marketing New Zealand to the world as a visitor and business events destination. 
World-class venues, stunning scenery, unique Māori culture, and outstanding experiences ensure a memorable conference.

Our dedicated Business Events Team offers funding and support, bid assistance and marketing resources to help you attract and host a successful international conference in New Zealand.

To help you plan your pre- and post-conference adventures, including official travel information, maps, itineraries, activities, and accommodation options, visit  www.newzealand.com