The last two years have shown the real value in high quality connectivity as we dealt with a global pandemic. But while urban NZ has been able to deal with the changes without missing a beat, in Rural NZ users have had a mixed experience.

We have not been able to meet together to share stories, both positive an negative, of the state of rural connectivity and so 2022 will give us the chance again to sit down, reset the dialogue around the next steps for connectivity and imagine what could be if we saw continued real improvements to rural services.

In 2022 we’re partnering with WISPA to offer a two day event around the theme of “Imagine if…”

Day One will start with a WISPA member only morning which will include their AGM, and then everyone is welcome to join from lunchtime onwards. The afternoon session on day one will be a time to set the scene, including updating everyone on progress in improving rural connectivity since the last time we were able to meet.

Day Two will then focus on the future around four specific ‘communities’ - on the farm, on the Marae, in the classroom, and in the home and businesses.

Both days will end with networking drinks, a chance to network and share thoughts and ideas on the day's events. Feenix are our partner for day one drinks.

You can select to attend for only one of the days, or for both.

We are pleased to have InternetNZ on board as our Premier Partner for this event.

Through being involved in this years Symposium, you have the opportunity to support this critical work and be part of driving the solutions.

This year we’re finally making good the promise that we’ll host the event away from Wellington, moving to Hamilton, the heart of the Waikato. on Tuesday 14th June and Wednesday 15th June.

We believe our joint conference and symposium is a unique chance to bring together in person many of the stakeholders involved in sharing this vision to hear the latest plans and share ideas. We will continue to lead the charge in facilitating the discussion.

And we can announce that the Minister for Communication and Digital Economy, Hon David Clark, has confirmed he will attend and speak at the event.

Rural Woman NZ are proud to be our primary rural support partner for this event.