Collision Repair Association Conference

Early Bird registration is now open. Register before 11 April to get the best registration rate. You can register and pay by credit card or select to pay by invoice.

Register now! https://twelve.eventsair.com/cra2025/registration

Registration fees

All fees are in New Zealand dollars (NZD) and exclude Goods and Services Tax (GST) of 15%.

Definition of a member: A financially current member of the Collision Repair Association (CRA Member and CRA Associate Member).

Registration inclusions

• Full registration includes entry to all conference sessions, the sponsor space and catering during the conference; Friday Night Social at Brewtown, Upper Hutt and the 2025 CRA Awards Gala Dinner on Saturday 17 May.
• Day registration includes entry to all conference sessions, the sponsor space and catering on the day of attending; Friday Night Social at Brewtown, Upper Hutt and the 2025 CRA Awards Gala Dinner on Saturday 17 May are not included however tickets can be purchased during registration.

Payment information

Full payment is required 10 working days after you receive the invoice or before the conference opening date, whichever date is earlier. Payments are collected by Twelve Conferences and Events on behalf of Collision Repair Association. If you need to set up Twelve Conferences and Events as a new supplier, please send an email. Credit or debit card payments are processed via a secure gateway. A 3% credit card surcharge is applicable on all credit/debit transactions. Your payment will appear on your credit card statement as a transaction with “Twelve Conferences + Events”.

Payment via Capricorn: If you would like to make payment via Capricorn, please email your invoice to erin@collisionrepair.co.nz

Refunds, substitutions and cancellations

If you need to cancel your registration for any reason, please notify the conference organisers by email. Cancellations received up to and including Friday 4 April will receive a refund less a cancellation fee of $100 + GST. Cancellations made from Saturday 5 April are non-refundable or at the discretion of the Collision Repair Association. Registration may be transferred to another person, any applicable fee difference may apply. Please notify the conference organisers by email of the replacement attendee’s name and contact details.

Need help registering?

Contact the conference organisers:

Twelve Conferences + Events

Hayley Larsen

P:  +64 (0)27 410 6567

E: ​events@twelveconferences.nz

Di Foster, Accidental Business Owner, Di Foster Coaching

Di Foster, an accidental business owner with a background in accounting and commerce, started her career at Tamahine Knitwear in Dunedin. Transitioning from management roles in the knitwear and production industry, she became a business consultant for 15 years. Di’s coaching career began naturally amid industry shifts, closures, mergers, and start-ups. Surviving breast cancer twice, she inspires others to live their best lives, blending business acumen with personal resilience. Di believes in perspective shifts, emphasizing that life is too short to sweat the small stuff. She is passionate about helping others pursue their passions and make the most of their time.

James Marris, Director of High Performance, Aurora Zone Coaching

Imagine a world where you no longer spend countless hours fixing your team’s problems but witness a cohesive, self-motivated unit driving your business forward, even in a constantly changing environment. This is the vision James Marris, a high-performance coach and founder of Aurora Zone Coaching, strives to create. With a background in psychology, James fosters psychologically safe environments where teams thrive through positive collaboration. His expertise enhances team dynamics and creates a sense of community, enabling individuals and organizations to reach their full potential. James’s innovative approach and dedication make him a sought-after speaker and coach in organizational development and performance enhancement.

Phil O’Reilly ONZM, Managing Director,  Iron Duke Partners

Phil O’Reilly ONZM is Managing Director of Iron Duke Partners, a Wellington, New Zealand based Public Policy Advisory Firm.

He was previously the Chair of the Board of Business at OECD, based in Paris, which is the representative of businesses in OECD member states and was a member of the Governing Body of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) based in Geneva.  He was also a member of the APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC).

He currently chairs Business at OECDs Southeast Asian Contact Group which is concerned with accession to the OECD by Southeast Asian states and is a member of the OECD Trade Committee.  He has long involvement in the B20 advising G20 leaders.

He has acted in both a governance and advisory capacity to the New Zealand government as well as overseas organisations in areas as diverse as trade, sustainability, diversity, pay equity, manufacturing, child poverty, welfare reform, R&D, innovation, tertiary education, retirement and the future of work.

He was previously Chief Executive of BusinessNZ, New Zealand’s leading business advocacy group, representing thousands of businesses of all sizes.

Gavin McGahey – Industry Leader, Author & Business Growth Expert

With over 40 years in the collision repair industry, Gavin McGahey is a visionary leader dedicated to helping repairers achieve sustainable success. As the founder of Planning Plus Software, a leading Bodyshop management system used across Australia, New Zealand, and the United States, Gavin has played a pivotal role in transforming how businesses streamline operations and drive profitability.

He is the author of “Know Your Numbers – It’s the Heartbeat of Your Business,” a practical guide that goes beyond financial figures to help owners truly understand and optimize their business performance. But Gavin’s passion extends far beyond the numbers—he is committed to unlocking the untapped potential within business owners and their teams.

At this conference, Gavin will challenge you to look deeper than profit margins and KPIs. He will explore how true business success is built on leadership, clarity, and the ability to harness the full potential of people and processes. His insights will help you shift from simply running a business to leading with purpose, creating long-term stability, and driving real growth.

Get ready to rethink how you measure success—and discover how to turn knowledge into action, numbers into momentum, and leadership into lasting impact.

• We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to PartsTrader for their generous support as our naming rights sponsor. Their commitment and partnership have been instrumental in making this event possible. We are proud to be associated with PartsTrader, and we appreciate their dedication to our shared goals and vision.

Naming Rights Partner

Gold Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Bronze Sponsors

Coffee Cart Sponsor

2025 CRA AWARDS GALA DINNER Sponsor

Sponsorship Opportunities

This key industry event will bring together leading experts, professionals, and innovators from the collision repair sector, offering an excellent platform for networking, learning, and showcasing products and services. Don’t miss out on this a unique opportunity to gain significant exposure and connect with industry leaders, potential clients, and partners.

For information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact:

Twelve Conferences + Events

Professional Conference Organisers and Event Management

Hayley Larsen

P: +64 27 410 6567

E: events@twelveconferences.nz

The Tākina Convention Centre in Wellington is a state-of-the-art venue designed to host world-class events in the heart of New Zealand’s capital. With its modern architecture, flexible event spaces, and cutting-edge facilities, Takina offers an ideal setting for conferences, exhibitions, and corporate gatherings. Conveniently located near Wellington’s vibrant waterfront, the centre is easily accessible and surrounded by a wide range of dining, entertainment, and accommodation options, making it the perfect location for both business and leisure.

Takina is located at 50 Cable Street, Te Aro, Wellington 6011

There are no dedicated parking spaces available at Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre. Instead, guests can park at any of the nearby parking facilities including the Te Papa car park, Barnett Street carpark, Century City car park and Reading on Wakefield car park.

This year you will need to book your own accommodation directly with the hotels. We recommend booking early to get the best rates and availability. Discounts are available at selected hotels listed on our website along with booking instructions. Although we have negotiated discounts at these hotels, we encourage you to look around for the best deals for accommodation through booking sites such as www.booking.com or www.trivago.co.nz – often these sites offer competitive rates.

The rates and discounts are available for Thursday 15 – Sunday 18 May 2025.  Nights outside of these dates can be requested but cannot be guaranteed at the special conference rates.

Guests are responsible for payment direct to hotel. Contact details and a credit card is required during booking. Please take note of the hotel cancellation policy prior to booking.

Rates are in New Zealand dollars (NZD) and include goods and services tax (GST) of 15%.  *All starting prices quoted are indicative only and rates are subject to change.

TRYP by Wyndham

4 Star Hotel
15 Tory Street, Wellington, New Zealand
+64 4 974 3000

Distance to conference venue: 4 min walk

Price: from $207.20 per room per night
Discount: 20% discount off the rate at time of booking
Booking link: TRYP Wellington (book direct online)
Corporate code: 9991271015

How to book:
Click here to book. To apply the discount select more options  > corporate code and enter the code 9991271015.

Oaks Wellington

4 Star Hotel
89 Courtenay Place, Wellington
0800 004 285
Email: Wellington@theoaksgroup.co.nz

Distance to conference venue: 6 min walk

Price: from $169 per room per night
Discount: 15% discount off the rate of the day
Booking link: Oaks Wellington
Promo code: CRAC25

How to Book:

Click here to book. Ensure promocode CRAC25 is applied at check out. 

QT Wellington

4 Star Hotel
90 Cable Street, Wellington
04 802 8900

Distance to conference venue: 2 min walk

Price: from $279 per room per night
Discount: 10% off the best available rate
Booking link: QT Wellington
Corporate code: CRAC2025

How to book:

1. Visit QT Wellington
2. Select your dates and click BOOK
3. Click ‘I have a code’
4. In the ‘Corporate ID’ field enter your booking code: CRAC2025
5. Click ‘UPDATE’
6. Your special rates will appear

Although we have negotiated discounted rates at the following hotels, we encourage you to look around for the best deals for accommodation through booking sites such as www.booking.com or www.trivago.co.nz – often these sites offer competitive rates.