Come to New Zealand for an exciting week of events!

  • Opening Ceremony and Welcome Event
  • Pre-Congress Tours
  • Textiles and Design Exhibition
  • Plenary Keynote Speakers
  • Regional Meetings
  • IFHE Programme Committee Meetings
  • Concurrent Programme Poster Sessions
  • Workshops
  • Young Professional Networking Event
  • Aotearoa New Zealand Gala Dinner


While you’re here, take the opportunity to explore New Zealand’s stunning landscapes, vibrant culture, and unforgettable experiences.

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About Wellington New Zealand

Set between a sparkling harbour and rolling green hills, Wellington offers conference delegates an inspiring blend of business and leisure. As New Zealand’s capital, the city combines world-class venues, cutting-edge innovation, and a compact, walkable CBD that makes moving between sessions effortless. Visitors can explore vibrant waterfront dining, shopping, and a thriving arts scene, including a visit to Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. Film enthusiasts can also step behind the scenes at Wētā Workshop, and experience the ingenuity that has put Wellington on the global screen.


Getting to Wellington

Wellington International Airport has direct connectivity to the rest of New Zealand, Australia, and Fiji, across various airlines.


Flight times

Wellington is less than a 90-minute flight from anywhere in the country.


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