Conferences in Tauranga
Opened in 2019, the Tauranga campus was built with the support of our funders, the Tauranga City Council, the Bay Of Plenty Regional Council and the Tauranga Energy Consumer Trust, along with our tertiary partners, Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology and Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi.
The state-of-the-art campus was designed with the collaboration of University advisers, Tauranga Moana iwi and local architecture practice, Jasmax. The result is a modern building that boasts a cultural narrative built into its frame and woven into its fabric. This cultural narrative, captured by local award-winning artists in stunning artworks that adorn the interior and exterior, brings a cultural identity and heritage to the building, while at the same time celebrating the University of Waikato’s relationships across the Bay of Plenty, Aotearoa New Zealand and beyond.
The campus is located on Durham Street in the heart of the Tauranga city, with parking buildings, cafés and hotels within easy walking distance.
Conferences
Conference spaces at the University of Waikato, Tauranga campus can accommodate 10-200 delegates, including a large, multi-purpose hospitality space, Lecture Theatre and Teaching Rooms, with state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment, and a commercial kitchen.
Te Manawaroa (multi-purpose hospitality and noho space)
The name, Te Manawaroa, references resilience and fortitude, which are regarded as hallmarks of the staff and students of the University of Waikato. It also recognises the history and endurance of local iwi and hapū as the mana whenua of Tauranga Moana, while acknowledging the longstanding and permanent commitment the University has made to Tauranga and the Bay Of Plenty. Te Manawaroa has been designed and blessed by our Kaumātua as a versatile space - for teaching, learning, meeting, socialising and noho/sleeping over (University groups only).
To this end, it supports themes of community, inclusiveness and diversity, which are reflected in the university’s motto, ko te tangata.
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Capacity Standing |
Capacity Sitting |
Data Projector |
Audience Camera |
Presenter Camera |
Sound System |
Video Conference |
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150 |
90 |
Yes - Dual |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes – 2 mics |
Yes - Zoom |
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Room rate per day (GST incl): $200 (AV, Security and/or Cleaning fees may also be charged) |
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Wharekauhau – Lecture Theatre
Our modern Lecture Theatre seats 195 people, with dual data projector screens and surround sound audio system. Every second row of seating is on wheels which provides flexibility in small group work. Adjacent to the Lecture Theatre there is a generous break out space which can be used for hospitality purposes.
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Capacity Standing |
Capacity Sitting |
Data Projector |
Audience Camera |
Presenter Camera |
Sound System |
Video Conference |
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195 |
Yes - Dual |
Yes |
Yes |
Yes – 2 mics |
Yes - Zoom |
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Room rate per day (GST incl): $300 (AV, Security and/or Cleaning fees may also be charged) |
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Ngā Akomanga – Teaching Rooms
We have a number of state-of-the-art Teaching Rooms available for conferences or meetings. These vary in seating capacity from 30 to 72. All rooms feature data projector screens and whiteboards. Most rooms have movable chairs and desks to allow for flexibility in configuration.
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Capacity Standing |
Capacity Sitting |
Data Projector |
Audience Camera |
Presenter Camera |
Sound System |
Video Conference |
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30-72 |
Yes |
No |
No |
Varies |
Yes - Zoom |
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Room rate per day (GST incl): $150 (AV, Security and/or Cleaning fees may also be charged) |
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Catering
The University does not have an in-house caterer or catering staff, and therefore does not provide any catering service including tea/coffee making facilities, water, crockery, urns etc. There is a commercial café on the Ground Level which can be contacted directly for catering and coffee/tea orders – ultimocatering@outlook.co.nz
Clients are free to choose an external caterer, but arrangements must be made with that caterer to collect dishes and the room must be left clean and tidy. Please note that no untagged electrical items, including kettles and urns can be used on campus.
For catering orders for after hours events, please speak with our Events Manager.
