Events

Aimed at secondary school students and women interested in pursuing careers in the trades, Women in Trades showcases opportunities for women across all sectors. The goal is to support and empower tradeswomen as they advance in their trades careers.

Hosted at the Central Districts Field Days, the Golden Loader Competition is an exciting event for machine operators currently working in the forestry sector. Participants will compete in knockout rounds to determine who is the best loader driver in the region.

Proudly celebrating the achievements of recent graduates from print qualifications across the North Island, the Print Industry Training Graduation honours the learners' hard work and dedication as they embark on the next chapter of their careers.

Aimed at secondary school students and women interested in pursuing careers in the trades, Women in Trades events showcases opportunities for women across all sectors. The goal is to support and empower tradeswomen as they advance in their

Proudly celebrating the achievements of recent graduates from print qualifications across the South Island, the Print Industry Training Graduation honours the learners' hard work and dedication as they embark on the next chapter of their careers.

The Plastics NZ Annual Conference brings together industry experts and innovators, explores the latest trends in business, environmental sustainability, and technical plastics, and gives valuable insights to help those in the industry strategise and succeed in the future. At the Gala Evening, Competenz sponsors and presents the Apprentice of the Year and Training Company of the Year Awards.

The biennial event EMEX is New Zealand’s largest manufacturing and engineering industry trade show. Packed with leading keynote speakers, top innovators, show features, and new-age thinking, EMEX has been the start of many successful business relationships and progresses the potential of the industry and our kiwi innovation culture. Competenz is the Education and Upskilling Sponsor, with a stand at the event and a dedicated speaking slot.

WoodTECH, organised by the Forest Industry Engineering Association (FIEA), provides a platform for companies in New Zealand and Australia to explore industry challenges, future trends, and the latest innovations in wood processing and manufacturing.

This prestigious annual event recognises and acknowledges outstanding design and craftmanship across a broad range of sign making methods and technologies. Competenz attends and presents Keith Langstone Highflyer award at the awards night.

The New Zealand Pride in Print Awards is the premier annual event that recognises exceptional print work from across New Zealand.