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SCANZ Conference 2026


  • Haere-roa University of Canterbury 90 Ilam Road, Ilam, Christchurch 8041 Christchurch New Zealand (map)

We’re excited to host Aotearoa New Zealand’s only dedicated conference for science communications professionals, students, researchers, journalists, creatives and anyone passionate about connecting communities with science.

The next SCANZ conference will be held on Wednesday 25 - Friday 26 June in Ōtautahi Christchurch. The conference will be held at Haere-roa at the University of Canterbury, with 24 June dedicated to pre-conference activity and welcome event, followed by two full conference days on 25-26 June.

Visit our Conference page for more details, including how to register and apply to give a presentation.

Earlier Event: 4 December
National Networking Night: Hakihea