Where Government Meets the World: From APEC to Everyday Events at Cliftons
When New Zealand hosted the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), it wasn’t just about logistics, it was about showcasing the nation on the world stage. For nearly a year, Wellington became the home of global collaboration, where decisions on trade, climate change, and vaccine access shaped the region’s future.
At the centre of it all was Cliftons Wellington, chosen by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT) as the trusted venue for over 330 high-stakes meetings.
Empowering People: How Cliftons Enhances the Human Side of Business
Cloud adoption has become a cornerstone of digital strategy across New Zealand and beyond. Yet, according to Datacom’s recent Cloud & Infrastructure Report, only 50% of organisations believe their cloud investments have delivered the expected benefits. This statistic should prompt reflection for any Chief Information Officer, CTO, CFO, Program Director, or Transformation Manager who has championed cloud migration. The question is no longer “Have we moved to the cloud?” but rather “Are we realising its full value?”
Half a Million Events, One Extraordinary Team
In 2024, Cliftons celebrated an incredible milestone – delivering our 500,000th event. That’s half a million conferences, training sessions, exams and team gatherings across Australia, New Zealand, Asia and beyond.
Behind every one of those events are the people who make them happen. Our promise – Creating Remarkable Experiences, Together – isn’t just about what clients experience in our venues. It’s about the way our teams come together, support each other, and take pride in doing something extraordinary every day.
We asked a few of our people to share the moments that have stayed with them. Their stories show what life at Cliftons is really like.
ERP in Government: Why the Next Chapter Looks Different
If you’ve spent any time inside an ERP program in government, you’ll know the pattern: long projects, expensive upgrades, constant sustainment costs, and a scramble for specialist skills when something breaks.
The conversation is shifting. A recent article in The Mandarin highlighted that agencies are waking up to new models: SaaS platforms, managed sustainment, shared services, and governance that sits closer to the business.
At Cliftons, we’ve seen this story play out across multiple departments and agencies – and the lessons are consistent.
Scaling Conferences Across APAC: A New Zealand Success Story
In 2019, a New Zealand-founded learning and development company set out to scale its impact across Asia-Pacific by hosting professional conferences that could unite partners, showcase thought leadership, and deepen client relationships. With a lean internal team and no dedicated events department, they needed more than just a venue. They needed a trusted partner who could deliver seamless, multi-day experiences with end-to-end support and replicate that success across multiple cities as their regional presence grew.
Beyond the Hearing Room: The Full-Service Advantage in Arbitration
Arbitration is no longer confined to a single room with a table and chairs. As legal teams navigate increasingly complex, cross-border disputes, the expectations for arbitration venues have evolved.
Why In-House AV at Cliftons Might Be Your Smartest Event Decision Yet
Planning a corporate event involves countless decisions, but one of the most critical – and often overlooked – is your choice of audiovisual (AV) setup. Should you hire an external AV provider or rely on the in-house AV system offered by your venue? If you’re hosting at Cliftons, the answer might be simpler than you think.
Honouring the Past, Embracing the Future: Brad Twynham Interview & NAIDOC Week at Cliftons
At Cliftons, we believe in the power of connection – between people, ideas, and cultures.
Unlock the Power of Offsite Learning with Cliftons Event Solutions
In today’s fast-paced business world, continuous learning isn’t just a perk – it’s a necessity. But when was the last time your team truly stepped away from the daily grind to focus on meaningful skills development? For Learning & Development specialists, the environment in which learning takes place is just as important as the content itself. That’s where Cliftons comes in.
Why Your FY26 Planning Session Deserves a Professional Venue
Take your strategy offsite and unlock clarity, focus, and results at Cliftons Event Solutions. As the new financial year approaches, business leaders across industries are preparing for one of the most important events on the corporate calendar: the annual planning session. FY26 represents a fresh opportunity to set priorities, define goals, and align teams. But here’s the catch – the environment where you plan matters just as much as what you plan.