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EU NZ Summit 2025
A couple of weeks ago the Dutch Business Association was present at the EU NZ Summit 2025. The event was attended by more than 500 business leaders, diplomats, government representatives and other key stakeholders in Europe – New Zealand trade relations. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon opened the event with his address, followed by an interview,…
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The New Zealand Initiative Returns: 13 Nov 2025
After a highly successful trip to the Netherlands, The New Zealand Initiative would like to reflect on its journey. In June this year, a group of 43 delegates representing nearly 30% of New Zealand’s GDP flew across the globe and spent a whirlwind week in the Netherlands. H.E. Ambassador Ard van der Vorst will be…
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First event in Christchurch: 2 Oct 2025
Water, Work & Wellies: Building Bridges in Canterbury In conjunction with the IWA-Aspire water conference being held in Christchurch, our water envoy, H.E. Meike van Ginneken will be visiting New Zealand. This evening will emphasise Dutch-Kiwi collaboration on the topic of water management, however because this is also the very first DBA event in the…
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Randstad: 11 Sep 2025
‘Beyond the pay check: what drives talent to stay or go?’ Join us for an engaging presentation by Randstad on their global Employer Brand Research, with specific insights for the New Zealand job market.What motivates people to choose an employer? What keeps them or makes them leave? Discover how these insights are relevant for everyone…
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Fieldays Hamilton: 11 Jun 2025
Fieldays is the Southern Hemisphere’s largest agricultural event, where the Dutch Business Association will be present. In collaboration with the New Zealand Europe Business Council there will be an informal networking session on Wednesday June 11th, from 2pm until 3pm.Similarly, the session will be repeated on Thursday June 12th, from 2pm until 3pm. This function…
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Annual General Meeting: 17 Jun 2025
It’s that time of the year again! The Dutch Business Association AGM is coming up and we would love you as our valued member to be there as well. The AGM is a vital opportunity for everyone interested in the association to voicetheir opinions and help shape our future. As such we welcome all members…
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Sustainability in Healthcare: 21 May 2025
Mark your calendars for our next event, presented by Philips and Southern Cross. This event will focus on the topic of sustainability within healthcare. Another great opportunity to gain some insights in this vital industry while enjoying some drinks, connecting with the DBA community. Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025Time: …
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The New Zealand Initiative: 30 Apr 2025
We are pleased to invite you to a special event for Dutch Week this year, hosted by The New Zealand Initiative. This exclusive gathering will kick off a mission to The Netherlands, where 43 delegates from major New Zealand businesses will explore innovation and sustainability. The delegates, representing top companies such as Foodstuffs, Fonterra, Deloitte,…
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New Years Drinks: 27 Feb 2025
A new year, an old tradition! Join us for the first Dutch Business Association Borrel of 2025 at the Brew on Quay Rooftop. This will be an important year as we are celebrating 60 years of diplomatic relations between The Netherlands and New Zealand. Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025Time: …
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Innovation Mission from NL: 22 Nov 2024
In November a delegation from the Dutch horticulture industry, made up of tech companies, researchers from Wageningen University & Research, and government representatives from the horticulture industry in the Netherlands will visit New Zealand as part of an Innovation Mission. The mission will focus on digitalisation, robotics, and sustainability, exploring opportunities for collaboration in research,…
Our upcoming events:
- 13 November 2025 – New Zealand Initiative Debrief @ Auckland
- 26 February 2026 – First DBA event @ Wellington
Our recent events:
- 24 October 2025 – EU-NZ Business Summit @ Auckland
- 2 October 2025 – Water envoy visit @ Christchurch
- 11 September 2025 – Randstad Employee Satisfaction @ Auckland