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The ECC conference is New Zealand's premier gathering of ECE professionals. Visit the conference website: https://eccnz.eventsair.com/ecc-conference-2025

As the largest of its kind in the country, we bring together passionate leaders, teachers and experts from across the sector.

31 July - 1 August 2026 | Wellington Join us in Rotorua for the ECC Conference 2025: Igniting the Fire Within—a transformative three-day event dedicated to inspiring and empowering leaders in the early learning sector. Recharge your professional energy while learning and connecting with people like you. The conference is hosted at the Distinction Hotel, a Qualmark 4 star rated hotel which offers delegates with accommodation, breakfast and parking all on site.

15/09/2026

📣 Calling all future workshop presenters!

We're looking for expertise from the heart of the sector. Professionals carving their own path in ECE towards a bold and exciting future.

Is your centre changing the way people think about ECE? Are you an expert in a part of the curriculum and you're ready to try your hand in providing professional development? This is your chance to have your voice heard at the largest gathering of ECE professionals in the country.

Fill out our form in the comments below, and you could be in an amongst our already incredible conference programme lineup!

Survey closes midnight Tuesday 21st September.

20/08/2026

🎬 Relive the best bits from ECC Conference 2026!

It's been three weeks since we wrapped a successful 2026 Conference, but we still haven't stopped thinking about what an incredible event it was. You just can't fake the smiles, laughter and community on display in this highlight reel – It's why we do what we do!

We hope you enjoy this blast from the (very recent) past! Can you spot any familiar faces?

Now, get ready to do it all again in Hamilton / Kirikiriroa in 2027! Stay tuned for more details soon 👀👀👀

17/08/2026

Who doesn't love a freebie?! 🍬🖊🗒☕

Our exhibitors had incredible resources on offer this year! Games, stationary, stress toys, lollies... And that's not including the amazing prizes!

What was your favourite part of the 2026 ECC Conference? Tell us in the comments below 🔽🔽🔽

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09/08/2026

🎭Can you recognise these masked members? ✨

If you missed it, ECC held our annual Gala Dinner and Awards evening just over a week ago! It was undoubtedly a night to remember, with incredible food, amazing costumes, a healthy amount of dancing and live entertainment from The Noodles band!

These elements set the scene for our much-anticipated awards ceremony. We are so grateful to offer this opportunity to acknowledge and celebrate the hard work and dedication of our members. Your 2026 winners are:

Outstanding Achievement – Amelia Ah Mann
Exceptional Community-Based Centre – Lake Ōkāreka Preschool
Exceptional Private Centre – Tōtara Kids Early Learning Centre

Congratulations to our winners, and to everyone who made our shortlist. The work you do for the sector does not go unnoticed.

To read more about our winners and our shortlist, check out the link in the comments!

26/07/2026

WIN BIG AT THE ECC CONFERENCE!

We will once again be offering our competitive exhibitor passport to all attendees! We have some amazing prizes on offer this year from our incredible exhibitors!

Here’s how you get in the draw:

1. Using the exhibitor passport in your lanyard, get a stamp or a signature from every exhibitor
2. Ensure you put your correct information on the back of your passport
3. Hand in your passport to the ECC registration desk before 3pm on Saturday
4. Attend the final plenary and you’ll be in the draw!

For a full list of our prizes, check out the major prize draw tab in the app. Log in through the instructions sent to your email.

Happy stamping and good luck!

13/07/2026

ERO visits can be daunting – Are you prepared for your next one?

Bev Trim's conference workshop will discuss ERO's current focus and the resources you need to be aware of. Bev will guide you through new requirements, ERO's new framework and how they arrive at their judgments.

In this workshop you will learn through practical examples how to be ready for your next ERO visit. It will help you to refine and strengthen your practices and deepen your understanding about the process. The goal is to use meaningful processes, that are positive and time efficient.

Learn more about Bev's workshop through the link in the comments!

09/07/2026

ONLY 1 WEEK LEFT OF STANDARD REGISTRATIONS! Save $100+!

It's hard to believe our 2026 ECC Conference is only three weeks away! With last-minute tickets coming into affect, you don't want to miss out our our standard registration prices! ECC members save over $100, and non-members save over $200 on registration!

Don't miss out on the ECE event of the year! Register through the link in the comments today...

08/07/2026

Storytelling is not just an activity – It's the heart of teaching

Del Costello's conference workshop 'Living the Story' will help you build storytelling into the core of your centre. This workshop examines the developmental science behind narrative and its profound influence from infancy through adulthood. Drawing on insights from neuroscience, developmental psychology, and early childhood pedagogy, Del illuminates how stories function as cognitive, social, and emotional engines for learning.

Read more about Del and her workshop through the link in the comments below!

07/07/2026

Our Masquerade Ball is quickly approaching... Get your tickets now!

Our annual Gala Dinner & Awards ceremony is the social event of the year! Enjoy amazing live music and a delectable three course meal, all the while supporting the success of your peers in the sector.

Don't miss out on tickets! Register through the link in the comments!

Address

Tākina Convention Centre, 50 Cable Street
Wellington
6011

Website

https://www.ecc.org.nz/conference-2026/, https://eccnz.eventsair.com/ecc-conference-2026/conference-registration/Site/Re

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