Building on fundamentals for a future focus

Join us in person or via livestream for this popular annual event covering key developments, challenges, and innovations in property law.

The 2026 programme offers a half day of expert-led sessions designed to update property practitioners on emerging trends, regulatory changes, and practical issues in the sector.

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Leasing Trends for 2026
An interview-style discussion exploring shifts in commercial leasing, including sector differences, incentives, negotiation points, and market trends.

AML/CFT and Financial Crime Trends affecting the Property Law space 
AML/CFT obligations remain a legal reality and are set to become more complex in property law. Upcoming MoJ, DIA, and Police reforms, plus regulatory changes in NZ and Australia, will be key focus areas.

Construction Projects – Risks for Lawyers
Guidance on advising clients signing “off the plan” or turnkey contracts amid a resurgence in construction projects.

Working with Banks – Tips & Traps
Practical insights into managing lender requirements, navigating bank portals, communication pathways, and reducing delays.

Case Law Update
Annual case law session capturing developments from the courts in key property areas. 

AI for Property Professionals – Perspectives and Prospectives
AI and talk about AI – and even AI about AI – is everywhere.  Join us to address tools, concerns and risks in this dynamic, pervasive area.

Agreement for Sale & Purchase – Recent Issues
Updates on REINZ-ADLS Agreement developments, compensation claims, warranties, and other current issues practitioners need to understand.

Learning Outcomes

Who Should Attend?

Anyone involved in any aspect of property law.

Presenters

Polina Boyarchenko, Senior Legal Executive, MCIS, Queen City Law 
Richard Chen, Senior Associate, Hesketh Henry
Lloyd Gallagher, Managing Partner/ Arbitrator/Mediator, Gallagher & Co 
Thomas Gibbons, Director, Thomas Gibbons Law
Gary Hughes, Barrister, Britomart Chambers
Tina Hwang, Director and Property Team Leader, Queen City Law
Mauricio Kimura, Property Lawyer, Graham & Co
Belinda Moffatt, Chief Executive/ Registrar, Real Estate Authority | Te Mana Papawhenua 
Gerard Molloy, Managing Partner, Molloy Batts and Co-founder of Lighthouse
Steve Rendall, National Director, Occupier Strategy & Solutions – Office | Industrial | Retail, Bayleys Real Estate
Claudia Shan, Partner, Avancier Legal
Todd Whitcombe, Director, Whitcombe Law

Chair

Joanna Pidgeon, Director, Pidgeon Judd