The 2025 Collision Repair Association Conference
The 2025 Collision Repair Association Conference will be held at Wellington’s newest meeting space, Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre, Friday 16th and Saturday 17th May 2025.
This year’s conference promises to be an exciting and dynamic gathering, bringing together experts, thought leaders, and innovators from across the industry to explore the latest trends, technologies, and best practices shaping the future of collision repair. Whether you’re a business owner, technician, or supplier, you’ll have the opportunity to network with peers, learn from industry leaders, and discover new solutions to enhance your operations.
Additionally, there will be plenty of opportunities to socialise, with two evening events planned: a social event on Friday night and the Awards & Gala Dinner on Saturday.
We look forward to seeing you there and sharing in the excitement of a shared vision for the future of our industry!
Contact Us
Twelve Conferences + Events
Professional Conference Organisers and Event Management
Hayley Larsen
P: +64 27 410 6567
Registration
Registration will open February 2025.
Registration fees will be confirmed February 2025.
Speakers
We are thrilled to be welcoming back our popular 2024 conference MC, Te Radar, to this year’s conference.
Te Radar, is a multi-talented New Zealand comedian, television personality, writer, and documentary maker. With his unique blend of humor, wit, and insightful storytelling, Te Radar has become a beloved figure in New Zealand’s entertainment industry.
Tākina Wellington Convention and Exhibition Centre
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
Parking options
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.
Accommodation
Special rates are available for conference participants at the hotels listed below. We recommend you book early as bookings are subject to availability.
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%. *Please note prices 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:
- Visit QT Wellington
- Select your dates and click BOOK
- Click ‘I have a code’
- In the ‘Corporate ID’ field enter your booking code: CRAC2025
- Click ‘UPDATE’
- Your special rates will appear