HealthTech Week

A collaboration between MTANZ, Te Tītoki Mataora, HealthTech Activator, and DHA

HealthTech Week is Aotearoa’s national conference for health technology industry and research. With two streams, there is a session for every stage of health technology development.

Registrations are now open for the MTANZ Conference, taking place during HealthTech Week 2026. This is New Zealand’s annual conference for the medical technology sector bringing together industry, government, regulators and health system leaders at a critical time for healthcare reform.

With a national election approaching and major changes underway through the Medical Device Management Transition and the forthcoming Medical Products Bill, this year’s conference will provide essential insights into the policy, regulatory and market access environment shaping the future of medical technology in New Zealand.

Hear directly from New Zealand’s health decision-makers
The MTANZ Conference features senior leaders and influential voices from across the health system, offering attendees the opportunity to hear firsthand about priorities, progress and what lies ahead for the sector.

Confirmed Speakers

• Honourable Simeon Brown, Minister of Health – Opening Address
  Providing insights into the Government’s health policy focus and priorities heading into the upcoming election.
  
• Natalie McMurtry, Chief Executive of Pharmac
  An overview of Pharmac’s objectives and priorities for the year ahead.
  
• Jason Power, Acting National Director, Planning, Funding and Outcomes, Health NZ
  As Executive Sponsors of the Medical Device Management Transition, Jason and Natalie will provide an update on progress against the Joint Letter of Expectations from Ministers Brown and Seymour and what this means for the sector.
• Sir Bill English – Keynote Address
  Strategic reflections on health system sustainability, economic stewardship and long-term reform.
• Sarah Hogan, Deputy Chief Executive & Principal Economist, NZIER
  An economist’s perspective on how New Zealand can futureproof its health system.

View the current conference programme here

Why attend?
Across two days, the MTANZ Conference will provide critical updates on:

• Election-year health policy direction
• Progress of the Medical Device Management Transition
• The Medical Products Bill and upcoming regulatory changes
• Procurement and market access developments
• The evolving role of technology in improving patient outcomes

Alongside the conference programme, attendees can connect with peers and sector leaders through dedicated networking opportunities, during the catering breaks and the Networking Event.

Event Details
Venue: Hilton Auckland
Dates: 29–30 June 2026
Networking Event: Evening of 29 June

Register Here

HealthTech Week remains the central forum for understanding what is happening across New Zealand’s health technology ecosystem — and what it means for your organisation.

Secure your place now and join the conversations shaping the future of healthcare in New Zealand.