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Celebrating the Launch of “Perspectives of Two Island Nations: Singapore – New Zealand”

We are proud to report the successful launch of “Perspectives of Two Island Nations: Singapore – New Zealand,” a significant milestone in fostering deeper understanding and collaboration between Singapore and New Zealand. This collection of essays, authored by 27 esteemed experts, covers a wide array of topics including geopolitics, trade, Māori settlements, climate change, the […]

Meet Our Esteemed Guest Speakers for the 20th September 2024 Networking Event!

We are thrilled to introduce three outstanding professionals who will be sharing their expert insights on the property market and investment opportunities in New Zealand. This is an event you won’t want to miss! 1.⁠ ⁠Suresh ArumuganathanA representative from RE/MAX Vanguard and a founding member of SBANZ, Suresh will delve into property investment strategies and […]

Event Planning with RE/MAX Vanguard

SBANZ held a key planning meeting in preparation for our upcoming event on September 20th with our platinum member, RE/MAX Vanguard. The meeting was a success, with productive discussions that set the stage for what promises to be an insightful event. With the groundwork laid, we are confident that the Networking Event on September 20th […]

MoU Signing with Auckland Business Chamber

On August 19th, 2024, the Singapore Business Association New Zealand SBANZ reached a historic milestone by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Auckland Business Chamber. This strategic partnership is set to strengthen economic ties and foster mutual benefits among the business communities in New Zealand and Singapore, emphasizing trade, investment, and networking. The […]

Singapore National Day Celebration in Auckland

On 18 August 2024, the Fickling Convention Centre was filled with excitement as over 160 attendees gathered to celebrate Singapore National Day. Organized by Singapore Club Auckland and supported by SBANZ, the event highlighted the strong comradeship and harmony between our members and our Kiwi friends. Guests enjoyed a delightful spread of delicious food, including […]

Lodestone Energy acquires key sites from Kiwi Solar in Manawatu region

Lodestone Energy has announced its acquisition of two grid-scale solar sites in the Manawatu region from Kiwi Solar. The company was founded by Andrew Beckett, a proud member of the Singapore Business Association NZ (SBANZ). This acquisition marks a significant step in expanding New Zealand’s renewable energy capacity. The two Manawatu sites can each generate […]

Singapore Garden Festival 2024 – Fantasy Gardens (Gold Award)

NZ based landscaping designer Jules Moore, one of our trusted partners, has been awarded the Gold Award for this year’s Singapore Garden Festival Best of Show Designer Gardens Competition – Fantasy Category. Jules’s Exhibition, Portals to Paradise, won her the Gold Award and is a testament to her extraordinary experience and career in landscaping design. […]

June Events

June has been an exhilarating month for SBANZ! We hosted our very first networking event, bringing together ministers from New Zealand, diplomats from Singapore, Malaysia, Australia, and other ASEAN countries, alongside representatives from various prominent and well-established companies. The event was a resounding success, filled with valuable insights and the formation of exciting new partnerships. […]

Fieldays Trip 2024

A Showcase of Agricultural Innovation and International Collaboration Fieldays 2024 at Mystery Creek in Hamilton was a standout event showcasing New Zealand’s agricultural innovations and promoting international collaboration. The Singapore Business Association New Zealand (SBANZ) and the NZ Malaysia Business Association Inc. (NZMBA) played crucial roles in supporting this event, alongside New Zealand Trade and […]