2025 Deer Industry conference

13–15 May 2025 NZST

Millennium Hotel, Millennium Hotel Queenstown Frankton Road, Queenstown, New Zealand Map

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The 2025 Deer Industry conference makes a return taking place in Queenstown and celebrates 50 years of NZ Deer Farmers Association.

Note: Additional people can be added to your booking at the bottom of this registration form. Payment is taken by credit/debit card. If you are unable to pay by card, please email rebecca.norling@deernz.org

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Booking details

What’s this booking for?

13 May 2025, 6:45pm–11:00pm NZST

$189.00

LIMITED TICKETS REMAINING, THERE WILL BE A WAITLIST ONCE LIMITED IS REACHED

Join us for a pre-conference dinner on the TSS Earnslaw, a coal-fired steamship that’s been a part of the region’s history since 1912. The cruise will take you across the lake, with breathtaking views of the Remarkables mountain range and Cecil Peak, to Walter Peak High Country Farm where there is a gourmet BBQ dining experience waiting for you. Availability is limited, so secure your spot in advance to complete your unforgettable adventure.

14 May 2025, 8:45am–5:00pm NZST

$130.00

The industry conference featuring trade stands from conference sponsors. 

14 May 2025, 7:00pm–11:00pm NZST

$145.00

LIMITED TICKETS REMAINING, THERE WILL BE A WAITLIST ONCE LIMITED IS REACHED

A highlight of the conference will be the awards dinner which will feature presentations to the winners of the Matuschka, Deer Industry and Environmental Awards, as well as announcing the winners of the MSD Photo Competition.

15 May 2025, 8:00am–3:00pm NZST

FREE

CURRENTLY HAS A WAITLIST IF TRANSPORT NEEDED

This event currently has a waitlist due to high demand and limited on farm transport. We are working towards organising more vehicles and will update anyone on the waitlist once extra transport has been organised. Alternatively, you can organise your own transport. 
Estimated departure time 8:00am, aiming to be back at Queenstown airport at 3:00pm. 

Prices are in NZD and include GST.

Who’s this ticket for?

e.g. dietary (gluten intolerant, vegetarian, etc) or other requirements

Field day transport (WAITLIST IF TRANSPORT NEEDED)

Field day attendees - If you are from out of town and will need transport from Queenstown to Fairlight Station to attend the field day, please indicate here.

Contact the event organiser