Symposia

Every two years, the National Wetland Trust organises a gathering of community groups, landowners, iwi, scientists, students, professionals, researchers and businesses who are interested in sharing and learning about wetlands. 

The Symposium aims to provide a highly practical forum for knowledge exchange, training and networking for people committed to wetlands their research, restoration throughout New Zealand. 

Usually spread over four days, the symposia includes half a day of workshops, two days of presentations and a day of field trips.

The next symposium is in Timaru, April 5 – 8, 2027. You can now submit your Abstract through the link below. Abstracts close 18 December 2026.