Northland Transport & Infrastructure Forum

Join Transporting New Zealand in Whangārei for the Northland Transport & Infrastructure Forum, bringing together operators, suppliers, industry stakeholders and decision-makers for an evening of industry insights, discussion and networking focused on the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of Northland’s transport and infrastructure networks.

Hear from a strong line-up of speakers, including Whangārei Mayor Ken Cooper, National Party candidate for Whangārei Lloyd Budd, Cameron Bagrie of Bagrie Economics and Chair of Transporting New Zealand, along with updates from UNITA (Region 2 RTANZ) and Transporting New Zealand’s Dom Kalasih.

Prior to the forum, attendees may choose to take part in one or both of the following optional industry tours, offering a unique look at two of Northland’s key transport and infrastructure assets:

• Northport tour – 2.00pm–3.00pm
• Channel Infrastructure tour – 3.30pm–4.00pm

The forum will then commence at Comfort Hotel Flames, bringing the industry together for an evening of insights, discussion and networking.

Date: Thursday 13 August 2026
Time: 5.30pm – 8.45pm
Venue: Comfort Hotel Flames, 8 Waverley Street, Onerahi, Whangārei

We look forward to welcoming members and industry guests from across the region for an informative and valuable evening of connection and conversation.