The optional events, hosted by strategic partners, are taking place on the evening of 28 February 2024 are free to attend. Details of both events are below but please note that you need to register to attend the events.

Novotech Biotech Networking Evening : New Zealand's Precision Medicine Innovation is Revolutionizing Global Cancer Treatment
Time: 4.30pm - 6.30pm
Location: Level 12/2 Commerce Street, Auckland CBD

Bridgewest, with the support sponsor Novotech, has partnered with BioTechNZ to bring you a thought-provoking evening to hear about New Zealand’s research and commercial activities in cancer therapeutics that have global impact. Come and listen to Dr Robert Weinkove, Clinical Director of the Malaghan Institution and BioOra, talking about the cutting-edge research in cancer treatment, the potential benefits it has for the country and the challenges of getting access here.  

Joining Robert will be Michele Leggott MNZM, New Zealand poet, and an emeritus professor of English at the University of Auckland, who is a patient on the CAR T-cell ENABLE trial, and advocate for CAR-T cell therapy.

For more information about the event and to register - Please CLICK HERE.
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Innovation Bay NZ Mixer presented by Google Cloud
Time: 6.00pm - 9.00pm
Location: 10 Madden Street, Central, Auckland

Off the back of a hugely successful mixer at SXSW Sydney in October, we’re excited to be teaming up with our long term supporter and national partner, Google Cloud, to bring you another Innovation Bay Mixer on Wednesday 28 February - this time in New Zealand.

Join us for an unforgettable evening that promises great conversations among brilliant minds. This is your opportunity to connect with fellow founders, VCs, angel investors, and other key players in the ANZ innovation ecosystem.

For more information about the event and to register - Please CLICK HERE.

Join us for a night of networking, cultural performances, amazing food and beverages,  as well as a cooking demonstration from world renowned chef - Peter Gordon.

The dinner is being held at "Homeland" - Pier 21, 11 Westhaven Drive, Auckland CBD from 6.45pm on Thursday 29 February 2024.

Homeland comprises a cooking school as well as a restaurant and outdoor area. CLICK HERE to learn more about the venue.

Tickets are $200 + GST and can be purchased when you register for the Conference.

If you wish to purchase a dinner ticket only and not attend the Conference - please Click Here