Welcome to the 

GSNZ Annual Conference 2026!

Tēnā tātou katoa,

We would like to welcome you to the 2026 Geoscience Society of New Zealand conference in Rotorua. This conference will be held in a uniquely dynamic geological environment, that is home to a wide array of natural geothermal features with deep links to iwi Māori, at an event that seeks to grow our understanding of the world around us and tackle ongoing challenges. 

The conference will be hosted at the Rotorua Toi Ohomai campus from 30 November - 3 December. With a mix of oral and poster sessions, pre-conference workshops and field trips, this conference will be an exciting event for all. We will also ensure that another successful EarthFest event will be hosted alongside, to bring the community together to learn about the exciting Geoscience work currently underway.  

Social functions will include an icebreaker event, gala dinner and less formal opportunities to engage, including an Early Career event.

A wide range of accommodation options are available in Rotorua with convenient public transport to the campus each day. 

The local organising committee looks forward to seeing you all in Rotorua!

Geoff Kilgour, Conference Co-Convenors
Catherine Reid, President, Geoscience Society of New Zealand