Supporters

Quest Apartment Hotels are New Zealand’s largest accommodation network; they have 37 properties across New Zealand with an additional 4 scheduled to open this year.

A Quest apartment hotel is your home or office away from home, complete with separate living, dining and sleeping areas, workstations and a fully equipped kitchen and laundry facility. This allows you to cook your own meals, do your own laundry, and relax with plenty of space.

Quest is delighted to offer a discount of the Best Available Rate to members of Physical Education New Zealand, via the conference registration service.

questapartments.co.nz

Sport NZ is proud to be kaitiaki of Aotearoa New Zealand’s world-leading play, active recreation and sport system. Our vision is Every Body Active.

sportnz.org.nz

Ministry of Education

The Ministry of Education is the Government’s lead advisor on the New Zealand education system. We:

·       support teachers, students and their families to raise educational achievement in schools

·       administer funding for pre-school services, schools and tertiary providers

·       provide special education services

·       license early childhood education providers

·       help schools function by providing property, transport and information technology services

·       gather and analyse data to inform decision-making in the education sector.

Stop by our table in the Supporters Village to say hello to Stephen and Isobel during Embracing Change. 

education.govt.nz

Mountain Safety NZ

NZ Mountain Safety Council is excited to promote their Plan my Walk app and website to teachers who love the outdoors – whether they are beginner or experienced trampers or just enjoy a day walk. The app and website bring together the key information to help you find the right track for your ability. Then you’ll be guided through the key stages of the planning process by checking for any track alerts and MetService weather warnings, reading reviews, and using the suggested gear list. Call in to watch a demonstration.

Mountain Safety Council New Zealand

The Physical Education New Zealand staff are looking forward to meeting you at Embracing Change!

Swing by our exhibition table and say hello – and if you are not already a member, find out the benefits of being part of our community.

penz.org.nz

Youth Search and Rescue Trust (YSAR) utilises skilled volunteers from our communities to mentor and develop Rangatahi between the ages of 14 to 18 who are ethnically, culturally, and academically diverse.  Providing youth with skills to be volunteers to our sector partners- LandSAR, Coastguard, FENZ, Police SAR etc.

ysar.org.nz

SchoolBridge

University of Waikato

The University of Waikato is committed to delivering a world-class education and research portfolio. With around 13,000 students and 1,500 staff, we offer a distinctive and rewarding university experience, while pursuing strong international links to advance knowledge.

Te Kura Toi Tangata School of Education at the University of Waikato are ranked in the top 150 for Education worldwide and as a leader of education in New Zealand, we are committed to enhancing education through the three interconnected disciplines of teaching, research and professional learning. Within our diverse communities we offer opportunities for students seeking a flexible programme of study, and researchers interested in networking with like-minded people.

waikato.ac.nz

University of Auckland

The Faculty of Education and Social Work at the University of Auckland is ranked New Zealand’s leading faculty for Education and has a global reputation for research and teaching excellence.

With campus locations in Northland, Central and South Auckland, we deliver postgraduate programmes in Professional Development, Education, Teaching, Social Work, Counselling, Sport Health and Physical Education and offer a broad undergraduate programme offering in Early Childhood Studies, Teacher Education, Social Work and Sport Health and Physical Education.

education.auckland.ac.nz

Education Outdoors New Zealand

Education Outdoors New Zealand is a national professional organisation leading, supporting & influencing education outside the classroom (EOTC) and education outdoors in Aotearoa, New Zealand. We are looking forward to meeting with you and hearing about what is happening in your school with outdoor education. Stop by our table for a kōrero and to check the latest resources available to you.

eonz.org.nz

Reynolds Resistance

Reynolds Resistance bands are becoming increasingly popular training tools. Easy to use, light weight and extremely versatile, our bands would compliment PE programs and enhance team trainings. Whether a weekend warrior or aspiring athlete, with the help of our follow along posters, students can workout or stretch at their convenience.

Come meet Rob at the Reynolds Resistance stand, enter our Total Resistance Bundle Giveaway and get 20% off our products when your order at the PLD event in Rotorua!

reynoldsresistance.com

Sports Distributors

Sports Distributors are 100% New Zealand owned and operated, we have been supplying top quality equipment for both Sport and PE departments in schools for circa 60 years.

Did you know we also have an 8% rewards  programme available on all website-placed orders? Simply place your order online and your account will be credited the 8% reward in the form of S.D. dollars for use when you next place an order (*conditions apply). You’ll have a calendar year to spend your rewards. We run sales promotions at least quarterly throughout the year.

And if you use our special ‘PENZ’ voucher code when you place your order online, we’ll give Physical Education New Zealand a 2% reward, which they can put towards events, prize vouchers, etc. for their members.

Come and see Wayne at our exhibition space at the upcoming PLD event in Rotorua. He will certainly do a deal for you.

Sportsdistributors.co.nz

Family Planning

Family Planning delivers specialist sexual and reproductive health promotion services throughout Aotearoa New Zealand. We work with schools, parents, young people, special interest groups, community groups, professionals and others.

We support teachers and schools to deliver comprehensive relationship and sexuality education, providing free Professional Development training for staff and age-appropriate teaching resources which have been developed in line with the New Zealand Health and Physical Education Curriculum. We also provide free online workshops including workshops for parents and caregivers, and can support your school at parent / whānau consultation meetings.

familyplanning.org.nz

Christian Camping

Christian Camping New Zealand is an association of over 60 camps and other EOTC providers around the country. Our members deliver and facilitate camping programmes which: 

• develop New Zealanders of all ages and stages, helping them to grow in leading themselves and others.
• embrace diversity and offer equal opportunities to all.
• aspire to deliver high quality experiences that are life building and often life changing. 

Christiancamping.org.nz

NZ Drug Foundation

Tūturu is a uniquely Aotearoa approach that helps schools and health providers work together, so that students can learn, be well, and be prepared for a world where alcohol and other drugs exist.

The approach is complemented by resources and guides that have been developed and trialed by New Zealand schools and health services. An independent evaluation by the New Zealand Council for Educational Research found that Tūturu “has changed the focus from punitive to pastoral.”

New Zealand Sailing Trust and Auckland Sea Kayaks

New Zealand Sailing Trust and Auckland Sea Kayaks are both outdoor education, youth development and tourism providers operating in the Tīkapa Moana / Hauraki Gulf Marine Park. Our programmes encourage both New Zealanders and international Manuhiri to get active in the great outdoors.

The NZ Sailing Trust was established with a vision of creating opportunities for New Zealanders to share a unique maritime experience on Sir Peter Blake’s iconic Whitbread Round the World Yachts.  Auckland Sea Kayaks take pride in delivering in tourism industry and more recently pivoting to work with education sector to engage our rangatahi to experience the outdoors.

NZ Sailing Trust and Auckland Sea Kayaks have partnered to deliver a 5 day Sailing and Kayaking Youth Development Programme and more specifically an all female programme called Hine Moana.  We work to the needs of the students and the school to create memorable and in some cases life changing experiences.

We will be delivering a workshop about partnering for impact to achieve better learning outcomes in the outdoors.

Toi Mai

Toi Mai Workforce Development Council has been established to meet the needs of our industries today – and into the future. We represent the creative, cultural, recreational and technology sectors, which includes sport, exercise and outdoor recreation.

We are one of six new workforce development councils (WDCs) established in October 2021 as part of the government’s major Reform of Vocational Education (RoVE) and training provision. We understand there is a lot to unpack together, so do stop by our table and let’s have a kōrero. Our kaimahi are looking forward to meeting you at Embracing Change!

toimai.nz

Rock-it

Rock-it Boards are beautiful curved wooden balance / exercise / play boards. These unique, stylish boards have been designed right here in Hawkes Bay New Zealand. Each board is shaped and handcrafted from laminated NZ – grown pine.

Regular use of these boards will build and maintain the essential elements that keep you strong and health. There are three clear focuses….Balance … Strength … Mobility

They provide a unique, low impact and rhythmic way for us to improve all three elements. Manageable for almost anyone – stable… safe … and FUN!

rockitnz.com

Adventure Works

Adventure Works is committed to supporting school outdoor education programmes. We are now providing the NZQA Level 4 and Level 5 Outdoor Instructor Qualifications in strands (bush, kayak, mountain biking, rock, abseil, caving, high ropes) for teachers who have some experience in these activities. The training is designed to fit around work and includes face-to-face technical skills training and assessment and fully supported online video-based learning content.

Adventure Works is led by Mark Mandeno, a former teacher and Head of Department Outdoor Education. We know the difficulties that schools experience trying to provide good quality outdoor education programmes and we know that qualified competent teachers make a big difference to the student’s experience and the opportunities that the school can provide.

adventureworks.co.nz  

Hillary Outdoors

Hillary Outdoors has been delivering outstanding outdoor education and training in Aotearoa New Zealand since 1972. 

Our schools programme has a place in the hearts of generations of New Zealanders. Our tertiary programme provides the outdoor learning and adventure tourism sector with exceptional instructors and guides. Our corporate training and development courses deliver inspirational leadership training to some of the country’s most successful businesses and organisations.

Our goal is to sow the seeds of change and growth in everyone we work with, through outdoor adventures. We want to be part of a vibrant and sustainable future for Aotearoa New Zealand.

We have two centres, one in Tongariro National Park and one on Aotea – Great Barrier Island.

hillaryoutdoors.co.nz