Pre-Arrival Information

We look forward to welcoming you to Christchurch shortly. To assist with your arrival, please see below further information on key areas of the ASM.

Te Pae, Christchurch Convention Centre
188 Oxford Terrace
Christchurch 8011 NEW ZEALAND
T +64 3 266 1400
Venue Website

Located in the heart of the city and designed to be Christchurch's gathering place, Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre is a state-of-the-art convention centre and embodies the unique culture of the Canterbury region.

Te Pae Christchurch is located in the centre of the city, just a short 15–20-minute drive from Christchurch International Airport. As the gateway to Te Waipounamu (the South Island), Christchurch is well connected to the world, and the regional hub for flights from around New Zealand.

There is no onsite parking at Te Pae however Christchurch CBD has ample public carparking facilities nearby.

The Registration and Information Desk is located in the Te Pae Main Foyer and will be open the following times:

Thursday 6 August from 7:30am-6:30pm
Friday 7 August from 7:30am -5:30pm
Saturday 8 August from 8:00am - 3:25pm

Name badges will be available to collect from the registration desk upon arrival. For security purposes, please wear your name badge at all times, including at social functions.

Every effort will be made to accommodate dietary requirements and/or special requirements, however advance notice is needed. If you did not provide this information at the time of registering, please email the ASM Office.

The Speaker Preparation Room is located in the Organisers Office 2, of the Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre and is open the following times:

Thursday 6 August from 7:30am-4:45pm
Friday 7 August from 7:30am-5:30pm
Saturday 8 August from 8:00am-3:00pm

The Te Pae Reception Desk is available for cloaking delegates belonging through the ASM.

A few days prior to the ASM you will receive an email from us detailing how to access the ASM App, which will provide you with the latest information. We encourage you to download the App before arriving at the ASM.

To assist with networking, a copy of the delegate list, excluding privacy requests, will be available on the ASM App.

The dress code for the ASM is smart casual.

If you have booked accommodation through the ASM Office, any changes to your booking must be managed through the ASM Office by email, not directly with the hotel.

If there is an emergency at the venue, please stay calm. Please follow the instructions given by the venue staff who are fully trained for an emergency situation.

The emergency phone number in New Zealand is 111. The dispatcher will then put you through to Police, Ambulance or the Fire Brigade.

We encourage you to network with the exhibitors during the ASM. Located in the Exhibition Hall E1 and E2, the Exhibition will be open the following times:

Thursday 6 August from 7:30am-6:30pm
Friday 7 August from 7:30am-5:00pm
Saturday 8 August from 8:00am-2:00pm

Daily catering and the Welcome Reception will also be held in the Exhibition.

Delegates are strongly advised to secure appropriate travel and health insurance. Delegate registration fees do not provide any such coverage. The ASM Organisers and the ASM Office accept no responsibility for any loss in this regard.

There will be a dedicated wifi network for you to use throughout the ASM. The password to the ASM network will be printed on the reverse side of your name badge.

Please be advised during the ASM photography and filming may take place and may be used to promote the ASM, both within New Zealand and internationally, across all print and digital platforms. If you do not wish to appear in any images captured, please inform us so we can take the appropriate steps and where possible, and please move out of camera range.

The ASM opening session will commence at 8:20am sharp on Thursday 6 August 2026. This will be in Auditorium A4 at Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre. We encourage you to register early to ensure you are seated and ready for the formalities to begin. Please see the ASM website for the full program.

Please check your registration details in your email confirmation. If you would like to attend any of the events, and it is not in your confirmation email please contact the ASM Office.

KLS Martin Welcome Reception
Date: Thursday 6 August 2026
Location: Industry Exhibition, Te Pae, Christchurch Convention Centre
Time: 4:45pm-6:15pm
Dress Code: Smart casual
Tickets: This event is included in all full registrations. Additional tickets may be purchased for guests or day delegates attending at $103 AUD per person inc GST.

ANZAOMS/NZAO ERDG Gala Dinner
Date: Friday 7 August 2026
Location: Christchurch Town Hall
Time: 6:30pm-11:00pm
Dress Code: Formal Lounge Suit/Cocktail
Tickets: This event is included full registrations for ANZAOMS Members, Retired Members, Non-Members and Nurses. Additional tickets may be purchased for Trainee/Student registrations, day delegate registrations and additional guests attending at $235 AUD per person inc GST.