Conference Programme

NZSTA 2025 Conference Programme

We are excited to bring you the draft conference programme for Wednesday 10th, Thursday 11th and Friday 12th September.

We will share final programme once this is available.  
Please ensure you register before 5pm Thursday 31st July to take
advantage of the discounted early bird pricing.

NZSTA Conference Justification Toolkit

Overview:

The NZSTA 2025 Conference is the flagship professional development event for speech-language therapists across Aotearoa. Whether you work in health, education, disability, private practice, justice, or research, this conference provides high-value learning, networking, and knowledge-sharing opportunities tailored to our profession.

We know funding applications and professional development approvals can be challenging, so we've created this Justification Toolkit to help you clearly communicate the value of your attendance to your employer, funder, or manager.

How to Demonstrate Value:

• Highlight Specific Learning Opportunities
  Use the programme to identify sessions relevant to your role, caseload, or service priorities. Be clear about how the learnings will improve outcomes, streamline service delivery, support evidence-based practice, or align with organisational goals.
• Offer to Share Learnings
  Propose a short presentation, email debrief, or informal kōrero with your colleagues when you return. Sharing insights across the team boosts the return on investment (ROI) for your service.
• Emphasise Broader Impact
  Mention how networking with peers and experts can spark collaborative initiatives, mentorship, and resource sharing, and contribute to national SLT development.
• Plan for Service Coverage
  Demonstrate how you’ll manage your usual workload while away (e.g., using leave, team support, or digital check-ins).
• Note Cost-Saving Opportunities
  Early bird registration closes  5pm Thursday 31st July 2025 – highlight the discount savings.
• Value of Included Extras
  Conference registration includes morning/afternoon teas, lunches, and the welcome reception.