AGM 2016

HKNZBA held our AGM at the Langham Auckland. The formalities of the AGM were followed by a guest presentation by Mr Mike Arand, the China Business Development Advisor at New Zealand Trade and Enterprise, and a networking cocktail with drinks and nibbles. We would like to extend thanks to our sponsors: HSBC, The Langham Auckland and … Continued

(Auckland) Hong Kong Festival – Grand Annual Gala Dinner

HKNZBA celebrated the Hong Kong Festival on the 27 August by holding a Banquet Dinner at the Langham Auckland. HKNZBA felt incredibly fortunate for Minister Hon Todd McClay’s attendance as the keynote speaker of the event. His presentation was insightful and interactive. Minister McClay is the Minister of Revenue, Minister for State Owned Enterprises, Associate Minister … Continued

Hong Kong Festival Seminar

On 26 August 2015, the Hong Kong New Zealand Business Association hosted a Business Seminar in conjunction with HKETO and HKTDC. We had the privilege of hearing from a range of international speakers who had flown from Hong Kong and Australia. Mr Mark Clift, the Chief Operations Officer of the Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company … Continued

(Auckland & Wellington) Seminar with Rod MacKenzie

On Wednesday 10 and Thursday 11 June, we had Rod MacKenzie speak to guests about NZ Focus’ journey. Mr MacKenzie is the Executive Director of NZ Focus; he had previously worked for New Zealand Trade and Enterprise for over a decade, and in particular he held the post of China Regional Director for a number of … Continued

HKNZBA Annual General Meeting and Cocktail Evening

  On 19 March, HKNZBA held our AGM at the Chandelier Room at the Langham Auckland. The formalities of the AGM were followed by a networking cocktail with drinks and nibbles. Thank you to Mr Carl Worker, our guest speaker, who gave an interesting and incredibly eye-opening speech about his experience in and with Hong … Continued

Chinese New Year Function

The Chinese New Year Events on 2 and 3 March, co-hosted by HKETO, Hong Kong Tourism Board, HKTDC, Invest Hong Kong and HKNZBA were a great success! There were over 200 attendees at the Auckland function, and over 60 in Wellington. Special thanks to our sponsors, speakers Arthur Au, Director of the Hong Kong Economic … Continued

Auckland and Wellington Seminar: Zespri’s Journey into China

In October 2014, we had two successful seminars with Zespri’s Chief Operating Officer Simon Limmer in Auckland and Wellington.  Mr Limmer gave great insight into Zespri’s ventures into China and the lessons that could learnt for businesses looking to expand into the China market.  In particular, it was important to recognise the challenges in going … Continued

Auckland and Wellington September Networking Yumcha

HKNZBA was pleased to host two networking yumchas for Auckland and Wellington chapters. Both events were great opportunities for members and non-members to network in an informal setting.  Thank you to Grand Harbour Restaurant in Auckland and Majestic Cuisine in Wellington.

(Auckland) MasterChef Banquet Dinner

To celebrate the end of the Hong Kong Festival, HKNZBA was delighted to host a Banquet Dinner at the Floating Pavilion, Viaduct Harbour on 28 August 2014.  We were very happy to be able to work in collaboration with Tanisha Kemp and Verena Doolabh from Masterchef NZ 2014 for this event.  The girls who finished in … Continued

(Auckland) University Career Talk

HKNZBA was delighted to hold their annual Career Talk for university students at the University of Auckland.  Interested students were able to learn about job opportunities in Hong Kong and about the wider job market in the Asia-Pacific region.  Speakers included Bernard Lo, Deputy Director of the Hong Kong Economic Trade Office in Sydney, and … Continued