The Japan NZ Business Council will hold its conference in Christchurch at the end of November (24-26). You might like to consider attending as a way of networking with people involved in the Japan-NZ relationship, updating yourself on employment opportunities for students who have studied Japanese, and engaging with NZ and Japanese companies trading between our countries.
The 3-day programme includes many presentations, an earthquake commemoration ceremony at the CTV building, golf, for those who play, on the first day and socialising over meals, including breakfast meetings and dinners. The conference would benefit from the presence of Japanese language educators who have a stake in the Japan-NZ relationship.
Visit to the JNZBC website if you are interested in finding out more about the programme and registration fees, etc.