NZIFST - The New Zealand Institute of Food Science and Technology NZIFST
NZIFST is the New Zealand society for food industry professionals, providing trusted and independent leadership in food science and technology.
NZIFST Annual Conference
NZIFST Annual Conference 2008
"Food Sustainability"
Energy Events Centre, Rotorua, New Zealand
24-26 June 2008


NZIFST CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIPS OFFERED

A. NZIFST NATIONAL Sponsorships*
Up to TWO (2) sponsorships of $1,000 each for applicants who are either a Professional or Fellow member of NZIFST.

B. NZIFST DAIRY DIVISION Sponsorships*
Up to FIVE (5) sponsorships of $1,000 each for applicants who are members (any level) of NZIFST AND are also members of the NZIFST Dairy Division.

C. NZIFST STUDENT Sponsorships*
Up to TEN (10) sponsorships of $200 each for Student members of NZIFST

* Eligibility criteria apply and not all sponsorships will necessarily be awarded

Application is by email only and closes Friday 16 May

Download application forms here:

NZIFST National & Dairy Division Conference Sponsorship Application form Click to Download Reader

NZIFST Student Conference Sponsorship Application form Click to Download Reader


PROPERTIES OF WATER - Advanced Workshop

This workshop, led by Dr Antony Fontana, a Senior Research Scientist at Decagon Devices Inc in the USA, must not be missed.

Sponsored by Formula Foods, the workshop covers theory of moisture sorption isotherms; approaches to water removal; water in drug substances and formulations; stickiness and caking in food powders; and water activity vs glass transition temperatures in milk powders.

Earlybird registration closes 5 May so don't delay!

Properties of Water - Advanced Workshop registration form Click to Download Reader


REGISTRATION

Download Registration Form here:
2008 Conference Registration form Click to Download Reader

ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM here.
CONFERENCE 2008 REGISTRATION FEES:

FULL Registration Includes
“Mix and Mingle” (Tuesday)
Awards Dinner (Wednesday)
Morning and afternoon tea and lunch for duration of conference
Delegate’s conference bag and conference materials
Attendance at all conference sessions

DAY Registration Includes
Morning and afternoon tea and lunch for the day of registration
Delegate’s conference bag and conference materials
Attendance at all conference sessions for the day of registration
Includes “Mix and Mingle” only with Tuesday registration

STUDENT Registration Includes
“Mix & Mingle” (Tuesday)
Student Function (tbc)
Morning and afternoon tea and lunch for duration of conference
Delegate’s conference bag and conference materials
Attendance at all conference sessions

EXHIBITOR Registration Includes
“Mix & Mingle” for two booth attendants and Additional Tuesday DAY reg
Morning and afternoon tea and lunch for duration of conference
Delegate’s conference bag and conference materials – Max TWO per booth
Attendance at all conference sessions


REGISTRATION OPTIONS

All fees are in $NZ and include GST
NZIFST Member
Non-Member
  Received by 19 May 2008 Received after 19 May 2008 Received by 19 May 2008 Received after 19 May 2008
Delegate FULL Registration
$675
$790
$900
$1,020
DAY Registration
$320
$350
$410
$440
Half Day or Single Session
$175
$175
$225
$225
Speaker FULL Registration
$560 any time
DAY of Presentation
No charge
Chairperson FULL Registration
$635 any time
DAY of Chairmanship
No charge
Student 3 DAY registration
$130 anytime
$180 anytime
Exhibitor Additional Day Passes (up to entitlement)
$90 per person per day
Booth Attendant (Max 2 per booth per day)
No charge


SOCIAL FUNCTIONS

Activity Registration Type Cost in addition to Registration (all costs incl GST)
Mix and Mingle, Tuesday 24th (5.00pm – 7.00pm) FULL Registration No charge – included in FULL registration fee
DAY Registration Included in Tuesday DAY registration only
Additional Tickets $35 per person
Social Evening, Tuesday 24th (7.00pm – 11.00pm) Optional and Additional on all Registration Types (Numbers limited) Some minor details on this event are still to be confirmed – More information available soon
STUDENT Function, Date tbc (5.30pm – 8.00pm) Restricted to Students and invited guests only No Charge
Awards Dinner, Wednesday 25th (7.00pm – late) FULL Registration No charge – included in FULL registration fee
DAY Registration $120 per person
Additional Tickets $120 per person


CONFERENCE CANCELLATION POLICY

Only written (fax or email) cancellations will be accepted.
Substitutions accepted at any time with no charge.
Cancellation prior to 19 May: Full refund
Cancellation 19 May – 9 June: Full refund less $NZ 100+gst admin fee
Cancellation after 9 June: No refund, but conference materials will be forwarded

There is no refund for non-attendance at those social functions listed as part of a registration package.


SOCIAL PROGRAMME

Please note that for organisational purposes, we ask that you confirm attendance at ALL functions. There is no refund if you choose not to attend functions that are included in the registration fee.

Additional tickets for all social functions may be purchased from the registration desk at the conference but are subject to availability.

Mix ‘n’ Mingle
Tuesday 24th June, 5.00pm – 7.00pm, Exhibition Hall.
You are invited to join us for light refreshments at the close of sessions on Day 1.
One ticket included in the Full Registration or Tuesday Day fees
Additional tickets $35pp.

Social Function
Tuesday 24th June 7.00pm – 11.00pm.
This is your chance to RUN! (Relax, Unwind and Network). To tantalize you we will keep the venue a surprise but be assured it will fun as Rotorua has so many exciting places to offer!
Optional extra on all registrations.

Student Networking Function
Date and venue to be confirmed
A special function for our up and coming food industry professionals during which they can relax together and meet some of the inspiring members of the food industry. Light refreshments included.
Restricted to students and invited guests

NZIFST Dairy Division Awards
Wednesday 25th, 3.30pm – 5.00pm, Works Infrastructure Room, EEC
This year the NZIFST Dairy Industry Quality Performance Awards will be presented after the completion of the Fonterra Graduate Training Programme presentations.
This awards session is free and OPEN to all conference registrants and will be followed by light refreshments to give you the opportunity to mingle and congratulate the winners.

NZIFST Awards Dinner
Wednesday 25th June: 7.00pm for 7.30pm, Bay Trust Forum, EEC
A chance to acknowledge success and celebrate with some of our eminent members. Early in the evening we will present the main NZIFST personal awards, and then you can relax and enjoy a chat or a dance. Dress – semi-formal.
One ticket included in full registration; Additional tickets $120pp.


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Conference contacts:
NZIFST Conference 2008 - Food SustainabilityConference Chairman


Programme Chairman


Trade, Sponsorship & Registration

Phone: 06 356 1686
Mobile: 021 217 8298
Fax: 06 356 1687

Website
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