MASTER ELECTRICIANS CONFERENCE 2018 Queenstown October 25-28 HOSTED BY SOUTHLAND BRANCH ALLAN FYFE 0274 335 109 03 4420 733 asfyfe@xtra.co.nz
Welcome.. NATIONAL PRESIDENTS WELCOME Looking across the ripple-less water, to views of mountain ranges, sampling New Zealand s finest wines and local food; it s simply quite remarkable! Please join me at this magnificent location of Queenstown, NZ for our annual muster of Master Electricians hosted by the Southland branch of Master Electricians. Mike Barr, National President Looking over the programme, delegates and their families are going to be treated to good old South Island hospitality in this world class location that tourists from all over the world are wanting to experience. This our 60th conference, while ensuring you re kept very busy with classic Queenstown adventure, will also set the bar on business sessions ensuring that there are topics for everyone to get value from to grow your business. Networking opportunities with like-minded members will also be a focus I m sure there will be a lot of opportunity to sample some of the world class beer, wine and foods on offer over discussions important to you and your business. If you have never been to a Master Electricians conference and are not sure what it s about, I assure you Queenstown and the Southland branch will not disappoint. The time away from work will add value to your business for years to come. I look forward to welcoming you all. Mike Barr, National President 6.
Join us.. BRANCH PRESIDENTS WELCOME It is with great pleasure that I have the opportunity to invite you to attend the 60th Master Electricians Annual Conference to be held at the Rydges Hotel in Queenstown. The spectacular views of Lake Wakatipu and the scenic Remarkables Mountains stand as icons of Queenstown, known internationally as the adventure capital of the world and laying claim to many opportunities and activities that have dubbed Queenstown as the tourist mecca that it is. Warren Keen, Branch President Your 2018 Master Electricians Conference will be a conference like no other, offering you spectacular views, the Lady of the Lake, the iconic Walter Peak Station and that it is only on day one. The balanced programme offering business, educational and social activities will be enhanced by the opportunity to explore Queenstown and the surrounding panorama. We are offering a diverse program with exciting electives, an exclusive Partners Breakfast, along with opportunities for children to be involved. This is a conference not to be missed, and the benefits that you will gain along with the opportunity for networking with fellow contractors will assist you through a further year of trading in this, our industry. I would also invite and encourage you to take the chance to stay on following the Conference and to explore the delights of the Southern region. I commend to you the 2018 60th Master Electricians Conference in Queenstown, and I look forward to seeing you at the Rydges Hotel in October. Warren Keen, Southland Branch President 7.
PROGRAMME THURSDAY 25TH OCTOBER 2.30pm Registration desk opens - 5th floor, Rydges Hotel 5.30pm Buses depart hotel 6.00pm Cocktail Hour TSS Earnslaw & Opening Dinner Walter Peak Station BBQ FRIDAY 26TH OCTOBER 6.30am Breakfast at Rydges 8.00am Business session No.1/Trade displays open 8.15am Partners depart from Rydges Hotel foyer 9.00am Partners Breakfast & Cruise 11.00am Free Time in Queenstown 12.30pm Business session No.1 concludes 12.45pm Delegates and Partners Lunch at Rydges 1.30pm Buses depart Rydges for Sights of Wakatipu Tour 6.00pm Buses depart Rydges for Skyline Gondola 7.00pm Cocktail Hour at Skyline 8.00pm Formal Dinner & Apprentice of the Year Awards at Skyline 10.45pm Buses depart Skyline to Rydges SATURDAY 27TH OCTOBER 6.30am Breakfast at Rydges 8.00am Business session No.2/Trade displays close 12.00pm Business session No.2 concludes 1.00pm Delegates and Partners lunch (lunch boxes) 1.00pm Delegate and Partner Electives Two Rivers One Lake Jet Boating Cycle Arrowtown Trails Highlands Car Museum/ Go Karts/ Hot Lap Zipline Skyline Hill Wineries Tour Golf 6.30pm Cocktail Hour 7.30pm Casual Closing Dinner SUNDAY 28TH OCTOBER 6.30am Breakfast at Rydges 8.00am Delegates check-out/ Buses depart for airport 7.
DINNER FUNCTIONS Opening and Welcome Function Cocktails on the TSS Earnslaw heading up Lake Wakatipu to Walter Peak Station for a BBQ. Casual Dress. Formal Evening and Apprentice of the Year Awards Dinner Enjoy the chairlift ride to the Skyline Chalet for the Formal Dinner and Apprentice of the Year Presentations, while enjoying the iconic view of the Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables Mountains. Formal Dress. Closing Dinner Show To be held at Rydges Hotel, entertainment galore. Cocktails on the balcony will precede this event. Casual Dress. Partners Breakfast On Friday morning the partners will enjoy breakfast and a cruise with Southern Discoveries, they will be transported to the boat and then, after breakfast, will be able to enjoy some free time in Queenstown. 6.
FULL CONFERENCE INCLUSION Sights of the Wakatipu Tour Your luxury bus will take you for a brief tour to see the sights of the Wakatipu Basin, there may well be an opportunity to sample the local wines as well. ELECTIVES Two Rivers One Lake Jet Boating Firstly, your twin engine jet boat roars across the crystal clear waters of Lake Wakatipu at breathtaking speed surrounded by the majestic mountains and awesome scenery. You then zoom under the Kawarau Dam onto the deep green waters of the Kawarau River complete with loads of 360 degree spins. Cycle Arrowtown Trails You are picked up from the Rydges Hotel and transferred to the historic Gold mining village of Arrowtown, pick up your bike and ride from Arrowtown, passing the Bungy Bridge through to Gibbston Tavern. E-bikes can be provided at an additional cost. Highlands Car Museum/ Go-karts/ Hot Lap Enjoy a ride around the Highlands Track in a Porsche taxi, test your skills on the Gokart track, and then relax with a quiet drink while visiting the impressive Highlands National Motorsport Museum featuring a collection of historically significant race cars and Motorsport hall of fame. Zipline Queenstown Enjoy an exhilarating zipline adventure situated high above Queenstown, hang out in the magnificent mountain air and glide through the treetops on a series of ziplines with spectacular views. Don t fear, your guides will manage everything technical for you. Wineries Tour Central Otago has become one of the world s premier wine regions producing some of the best Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Riesling and Chardonnay wines. Take an opportunity to sample a few of these and visit a selection of local wineries by coach. Golf For those that would enjoy a pleasant walk near the lake and mountains while driving, chipping and putting a little white ball, this is the opportunity for you. 6.
CHILDREN S KIDS ACTIVITIES ACTIVITIES We encourage delegates to bring the whole family, including the children, who are welcome to participate In the following conference activities. Provided that the children are always accompanied by a parent, they are welcome to participate in the Opening Cocktail Hour, Earnslaw Trip and the Opening Dinner BBQ at Walter Peak, along with access to their choice of Saturday afternoon electives including Highland Park, Jet Boating, Zipline, and Cycle Tour. (activities may be age dependent) A child registration fee of $225.00 contributes toward the cost of the activities listed above. The Southland Branch will assess the number and ages of children attending and will make contact with the families who have registered children to discuss any further opportunities. Should there be further activities available there may be a token fee to cover costs. 7.
CONFERENCE PACKAGE INCLUDES Breakfast, as per the conference proramme Morning tea, as per the conference programme Lunch, as per the conference programme Dinner at Walter Peak and Rydges Sights of Wakatipu Tour Your selected elective CONFERENCE PACKAGE EXCLUDES Meals other than those specified Mini Bar and Restaurant charges Alcohol or drinks purchased from hotel bars or restaurant Additional optional tours Laundry and personal items Travel REGISTRATION FEES Delegate $745.00 Partner $745.00 Child $225.00 6.
ACCOMMODATION Run of house: Twin occupant room cost for 3 nights King Room $804.00 For 2 persons for 3 nights Twin Room $804.00 For 2 persons for 3 nights Room upgrade options: Suite $933.00 For 2 persons for 3 nights QT Lake View King $1,599.00 For 2 persons for 3 nights Sole occupant room cost for 3 nights: King/Twin Room $723.00 Sole occupant for 3 nights Suite $851.00 Sole occupant for 3 nights PAYMENT OPTIONS Internet banking Direct credit to Westpac account number: 03-1750-0100494-02 Credit card Note: Credit card payments will incur a 3.15% transaction fee. We accept Visa or Mastercard. 7.
REGISTRATION BUSINESS NAME: MASTER ELECTRICIANS BRANCH: DELEGATE NAME: EMAIL: PHONE: PARTNER NAME: (IF ATTENDING) EMAIL: PHONE: CHILD/CHILDREN NAME/S AND AGE/S ADULTS TOTAL NO. CHILD/CHILDREN TOTAL NO. $745 EA $225 EA No. $ ACCOMMODATION: No. $ King Room 2 adults $804.00 Twin Room 2 adults $804.00 Suite 2 adults $933.00 QT Lake View King 2 adults $1,599.00 King/Twin Room Sole Occupant $723.00 Suite Sole Occupant $851.00 Total:
ELECTIVES: Numbers may be limited for select options. Please identify your preference from 1 to 6. 1 being the most preferred selection and 6 being the least. Two Rivers One Lake Jet Boating Cycle Arrowtown Trails/Wine Tasting Highlands Car Museum/ Go Karts/ Hot Lap Zipline Skyline Hill Wineries Tour Golf Pref. Pax E bikes Optional for Cycle Arrowtown/Wine taste $45ea Qty. $ PAYMENT Total costs are due on receipt of this completed form. Total amounts will be charged to your supplied credit card details, alternatively you can deposit the amount into the below bank account with your last name and first name initial as a reference. Please note, credit card payments will incur a 3.15% transaction fee. Bank Account: 03-1750-0100494-02 NAME ON CREDIT CARD: CREDIT CARD NUMBER: EXPIRY DATE: CVV: Please send completed registration forms to asfyfe@xtra.co.nz
INFORMATION For more information please contact the Southland Branch: Allan Fyfe Southland Branch Conference Convener 0274 335 109 03 4420 733 asfyfe@xtra.co.nz T&C S This information is correct at time of publishing. The programme, price, and travel dates are subject to change without notice. Prices are valid for Master Electricians (ME) Conference bookings only. You must be a current financial member of Master Electricians to attend this conference or have prior approval from Master Electricians. Sales period Valid for sale until 22 October2018, unless otherwise stated, withdrawn or sold out prior. General Conditions - Conference is based on three (3) nights accommodation and all standard activities listed in the program. - Prices are based on run of house rooms, with Partners sharing a standard Delegate room. If a larger room is required to accommodate families, additional charges will apply and be payable by the Delegate. - A run of house room can accommodate 2 adults. - If an alternative room is required, additional charges will be advised. - Connecting / adjoining rooms available, subject to availability. - Prices exclude airfares, transfers from Queenstown airport to the hotel are included where possible. - 0-3 years, 3-17 years - charges apply as negotiated. Payment - Payment in full is due on the receipt of this registration form. Alterations to the program, cancellation or postponement of the conference/event ME reserves the right to make alterations to the arrangements of conference/event as published, either before or during the conference/event. Liability will be limited to the registration fee paid by the delegate. Delegates are encouraged to ensure they have adequate travel insurance in the event of a cancellation. In the event of it being found necessary, for whatever reason, for the conference/event to be postponed or the dates changed, ME shall not be liable for expenditure, damage or loss incurred by the delegate. Booking Cancellations Cancellations must be notified in writing to asfyfe@xtra.co.nz If a cancellation notice is received prior to 30 June 2018, a refund will be processed less an administration fee of $150 per delegate and / or partner plus supplier cancellation fees. If a cancellation notice is received after 30 June 2018, a refund will be processed less 50% of the total delegate fee plus supplier cancellation fees. If a cancellation notice is received after 1 October 2018, no refund will be given for delegate registrations plus you will be required to pay any supplier cancellation fees. We strongly advise that individuals purchase Travel Insurance. Activities All delegates participating in the activities must have a level of fitness that suits the activity. Where applicable, before an activity, each participant MUST complete and sign any required waiver to acknowledge any activity that has inherent risks and may result in personal injury, risk, danger and the possibility of injury and harm. See you in Queenstown!