We invite you to attend the 2025 Funeral Directors Association Conference being held 10- 12 February @ Rutherford Hotel, Nelson.

Join us for an exceptional event that offers a unique opportunity for funeral professionals in the funeral industry to come together to reflect, celebrate and elevate our commitment to gold-standard practices.

Our education sessions are thoughtfully aligned with our Association Standards – put the family first, respect the deceased, support the Funeral Directors Association, and honour the funeral profession. This is an opportunity to reflect on each of these standards and discover new ways you and your team can achieve excellence in service.

In addition to these enriching sessions, we once again have some fantastic social events that will provide opportunity to network, share insights, and enjoy some well-deserved fun with industry peers.

We understand that this year has brought financial challenges for many, which is why we've made it a priority to keep this conference affordable for everyone. Thanks to the generous support of our sponsors, we've been able to reduce the full registration price from $760+GST last year to $650+GST this year.

For delegates interested in extending their stay and exploring the breath-taking Nelson Tasman region, we can offer an optional day trip to Abel Tasman National Park on Thursday, 13 February. Please note that this excursion is available at an additional cost, with tickets limited to 30 participants. For further details, click here.

We encourage you to book your flights and accommodation early to get the good deals.

We look forward to welcoming you to Nelson Tasman – the understated jewel of New Zealand, where those in-the-know of where to go…go