Resene Seminar Series is where you can hear from top industry professionals on a variety of topics that will transform your home and garden. From latest colour trends to gardens with wow. A full schedule will be available closer to the event. The seminars have a new home this year conveniently located in hall 2.
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Thu 2 October
Nailing the Details: Design Tips for Your Dream Home
Join Nate and Ryan from Sentinel Homes for expert design tips inspired by the viral "Nailing the Details" videos. Learn how to craft a stunning, personalised home with practical advice on layout, finishes, where to spend and save and of course style.
11:45 am - 12:15 pm
Thu 2 October
Effortless Elegance: How to create stunning floral arrangements from gardens, shops and nature
A decade post-Goodmorning Show, I share floristry on Astarsplace’s YouTube. Inspired by Constance Spry, join me to create stunning displays from garden, supermarket and roadside blooms!
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Thu 2 October
Making the Most of Your KiwiSaver
Do you have burning questions about KiwiSaver but never felt comfortable asking? Join us for an insightful Q&A session with Generate KiwiSaver Adviser Jesse Reynolds, who will unpack all the ins and outs of your retirement savings. Whether you're just starting out or looking to make the most of your KiwiSaver, this is your chance to get clear and practical answers in a relaxed and informative setting.
1:30 pm - 2:15 pm
Thu 2 October
From Overwhelm to Oasis: Sustainable Home Organisation That Lasts
Feeling like the house is running you? In this practical, feel-good session, Jess shows how to transform cluttered homes and zones into calm, functional spaces with a sustainable approach. Learn the simple framework she uses for pantries, sculleries, linen cupboards and wardrobes and more and how to systemise and label (beautifully!). We’ll cover how to choose right-sized products for NZ homes, create family-friendly systems, and keep them going on busy weeks. You’ll leave with a room-by-room checklist, product tips from local makers, and small changes that make a big difference to your daily mental load.
2:30 pm - 3:15 pm
Thu 2 October
The Secret Sauce for a great Kitchen Design
An informative seminar for Home Owners about to embark on a kitchen renovation or new build to get a kitchen that they will be proud to entertain friends and family in.
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Fri 3 October
Nailing the Details: Design Tips for Your Dream Home
Join Nate and Ryan from Sentinel Homes for expert design tips inspired by the viral "Nailing the Details" videos. Learn how to craft a stunning, personalised home with practical advice on layout, finishes, where to spend and save and of course style.
11:45 am - 12:30 pm
Fri 3 October
Grow Anywhere
What if you could grow your own organic food no matter where you live? Join me to explore how simple, small-space growing can help you eat fresher, healthier, and more sustainably, and leave inspired to see the possibilities all around you.
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Fri 3 October
Making the Most of Your KiwiSaver
Do you have burning questions about KiwiSaver but never felt comfortable asking? Join us for an insightful Q&A session with Generate KiwiSaver Adviser Jesse Reynolds, who will unpack all the ins and outs of your retirement savings. Whether you're just starting out or looking to make the most of your KiwiSaver, this is your chance to get clear and practical answers in a relaxed and informative setting.
1:30 pm - 2:15 pm
Fri 3 October
From Overwhelm to Oasis: Sustainable Home Organisation That Lasts
Feeling like the house is running you? In this practical, feel-good session, Jess shows how to transform cluttered homes and zones into calm, functional spaces with a sustainable approach. Learn the simple framework she uses for pantries, sculleries, linen cupboards and wardrobes and more and how to systemise and label (beautifully!). We’ll cover how to choose right-sized products for NZ homes, create family-friendly systems, and keep them going on busy weeks. You’ll leave with a room-by-room checklist, product tips from local makers, and small changes that make a big difference to your daily mental load.
2:30 pm - 3:15 pm
Fri 3 October
The Secret Sauce for a great Kitchen Design
An informative seminar for Home Owners about to embark on a kitchen renovation or new build to get a kitchen that they will be proud to entertain friends and family in.
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Sat 4 October
From Inspiration to Reality: How to Pull Together a Cohesive Look
How to take Pinterest-worthy ideas and bring them into your own home. Laura will talk through how to start a design plan using mood boards and samples, ways to avoid common mistakes such as poor lighting or mismatched styles and how to budget while prioritising key features.
11:45 am - 12:30 pm
Sat 4 October
From wool shed to dream home: A Kiwi couple’s DIY adventure
Join Chanelle and Damien, the dynamic Kiwi duo behind @thecurrentplace, as they share their wild and inspiring journey of transforming a 400sqm wool shed into their dream home. With zero building experience, just two hammers and a talent for sourcing cheap (or free!) materials, they’ve spent two and a half years turning sheep slats into a stunning living space. In this seminar, they’ll dive into the chaos, creativity and grit that’s fuelled their project, offering practical tips, hilarious anecdotes and proof that anyone with passion and a sense of humour can build a life they love from the ground up.
Follow their journey on TikTok at @thecurrentplace and get ready to be inspired!
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Sat 4 October
Prep, Paint, Protect: Expert Tips from Resene
Join Christine from Resene, Murdo Shaw, Master Painter and Resene Rep, as they share expert tips on surface preparation before painting and how to maintain your finishes. Bring along your questions – they’ll be ready with practical advice to set you up for painting success
1:30 pm - 2:15 pm
Sat 4 October
From Overwhelm to Oasis: Sustainable Home Organisation That Lasts
Feeling like the house is running you? In this practical, feel-good session, Jess shows how to transform cluttered homes and zones into calm, functional spaces with a sustainable approach. Learn the simple framework she uses for pantries, sculleries, linen cupboards and wardrobes and more and how to systemise and label (beautifully!). We’ll cover how to choose right-sized products for NZ homes, create family-friendly systems, and keep them going on busy weeks. You’ll leave with a room-by-room checklist, product tips from local makers, and small changes that make a big difference to your daily mental load.
2:30 pm - 3:15 pm
Sat 4 October
The Secret Sauce for a great Kitchen Design
An informative seminar for Home Owners about to embark on a kitchen renovation or new build to get a kitchen that they will be proud to entertain friends and family in.
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Sun 5 October
From Inspiration to Reality: How to Pull Together a Cohesive Look
How to take Pinterest-worthy ideas and bring them into your own home. Laura will talk through how to start a design plan using mood boards and samples, ways to avoid common mistakes such as poor lighting or mismatched styles and how to budget while prioritising key features.
11:45 am - 12:15 pm
Sun 5 October
Effortless Elegance: How to create stunning floral arrangements from gardens, shops and nature
A decade post-Goodmorning Show, I share floristry on Astarsplace’s YouTube. Inspired by Constance Spry, join me to create stunning displays from garden, supermarket and roadside blooms!
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Sun 5 October
Prep, Paint, Protect: Expert Tips from Resene
Join Christine from Resene, Murdo Shaw, Master Painter and Resene Rep, as they share expert tips on surface preparation before painting and how to maintain your finishes. Bring along your questions – they’ll be ready with practical advice to set you up for painting success
1:30 pm - 2:15 pm
Sun 5 October
From Overwhelm to Oasis: Sustainable Home Organisation That Lasts
Feeling like the house is running you? In this practical, feel-good session, Jess shows how to transform cluttered homes and zones into calm, functional spaces with a sustainable approach. Learn the simple framework she uses for pantries, sculleries, linen cupboards and wardrobes and more and how to systemise and label (beautifully!). We’ll cover how to choose right-sized products for NZ homes, create family-friendly systems, and keep them going on busy weeks. You’ll leave with a room-by-room checklist, product tips from local makers, and small changes that make a big difference to your daily mental load.
2:30 pm - 3:15 pm
Sun 5 October
The Secret Sauce for a great Kitchen Design
An informative seminar for Home Owners about to embark on a kitchen renovation or new build to get a kitchen that they will be proud to entertain friends and family in.
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Thu 2 October
Nailing the Details: Design Tips for Your Dream Home
Join Nate and Ryan from Sentinel Homes for expert design tips inspired by the viral "Nailing the Details" videos. Learn how to craft a stunning, personalised home with practical advice on layout, finishes, where to spend and save and of course style.
11:45 am - 12:15 pm
Thu 2 October
Effortless Elegance: How to create stunning floral arrangements from gardens, shops and nature
A decade post-Goodmorning Show, I share floristry on Astarsplace’s YouTube. Inspired by Constance Spry, join me to create stunning displays from garden, supermarket and roadside blooms!
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Thu 2 October
Making the Most of Your KiwiSaver
Do you have burning questions about KiwiSaver but never felt comfortable asking? Join us for an insightful Q&A session with Generate KiwiSaver Adviser Jesse Reynolds, who will unpack all the ins and outs of your retirement savings. Whether you're just starting out or looking to make the most of your KiwiSaver, this is your chance to get clear and practical answers in a relaxed and informative setting.
1:30 pm - 2:15 pm
Thu 2 October
From Overwhelm to Oasis: Sustainable Home Organisation That Lasts
Feeling like the house is running you? In this practical, feel-good session, Jess shows how to transform cluttered homes and zones into calm, functional spaces with a sustainable approach. Learn the simple framework she uses for pantries, sculleries, linen cupboards and wardrobes and more and how to systemise and label (beautifully!). We’ll cover how to choose right-sized products for NZ homes, create family-friendly systems, and keep them going on busy weeks. You’ll leave with a room-by-room checklist, product tips from local makers, and small changes that make a big difference to your daily mental load.
2:30 pm - 3:15 pm
Thu 2 October
The Secret Sauce for a great Kitchen Design
An informative seminar for Home Owners about to embark on a kitchen renovation or new build to get a kitchen that they will be proud to entertain friends and family in.
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Fri 3 October
Nailing the Details: Design Tips for Your Dream Home
Join Nate and Ryan from Sentinel Homes for expert design tips inspired by the viral "Nailing the Details" videos. Learn how to craft a stunning, personalised home with practical advice on layout, finishes, where to spend and save and of course style.
11:45 am - 12:30 pm
Fri 3 October
Grow Anywhere
What if you could grow your own organic food no matter where you live? Join me to explore how simple, small-space growing can help you eat fresher, healthier, and more sustainably, and leave inspired to see the possibilities all around you.
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Fri 3 October
Making the Most of Your KiwiSaver
Do you have burning questions about KiwiSaver but never felt comfortable asking? Join us for an insightful Q&A session with Generate KiwiSaver Adviser Jesse Reynolds, who will unpack all the ins and outs of your retirement savings. Whether you're just starting out or looking to make the most of your KiwiSaver, this is your chance to get clear and practical answers in a relaxed and informative setting.
1:30 pm - 2:15 pm
Fri 3 October
From Overwhelm to Oasis: Sustainable Home Organisation That Lasts
Feeling like the house is running you? In this practical, feel-good session, Jess shows how to transform cluttered homes and zones into calm, functional spaces with a sustainable approach. Learn the simple framework she uses for pantries, sculleries, linen cupboards and wardrobes and more and how to systemise and label (beautifully!). We’ll cover how to choose right-sized products for NZ homes, create family-friendly systems, and keep them going on busy weeks. You’ll leave with a room-by-room checklist, product tips from local makers, and small changes that make a big difference to your daily mental load.
2:30 pm - 3:15 pm
Fri 3 October
The Secret Sauce for a great Kitchen Design
An informative seminar for Home Owners about to embark on a kitchen renovation or new build to get a kitchen that they will be proud to entertain friends and family in.
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Sat 4 October
From Inspiration to Reality: How to Pull Together a Cohesive Look
How to take Pinterest-worthy ideas and bring them into your own home. Laura will talk through how to start a design plan using mood boards and samples, ways to avoid common mistakes such as poor lighting or mismatched styles and how to budget while prioritising key features.
11:45 am - 12:30 pm
Sat 4 October
From wool shed to dream home: A Kiwi couple’s DIY adventure
Join Chanelle and Damien, the dynamic Kiwi duo behind @thecurrentplace, as they share their wild and inspiring journey of transforming a 400sqm wool shed into their dream home. With zero building experience, just two hammers and a talent for sourcing cheap (or free!) materials, they’ve spent two and a half years turning sheep slats into a stunning living space. In this seminar, they’ll dive into the chaos, creativity and grit that’s fuelled their project, offering practical tips, hilarious anecdotes and proof that anyone with passion and a sense of humour can build a life they love from the ground up.
Follow their journey on TikTok at @thecurrentplace and get ready to be inspired!
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Sat 4 October
Prep, Paint, Protect: Expert Tips from Resene
Join Christine from Resene, Murdo Shaw, Master Painter and Resene Rep, as they share expert tips on surface preparation before painting and how to maintain your finishes. Bring along your questions – they’ll be ready with practical advice to set you up for painting success
1:30 pm - 2:15 pm
Sat 4 October
From Overwhelm to Oasis: Sustainable Home Organisation That Lasts
Feeling like the house is running you? In this practical, feel-good session, Jess shows how to transform cluttered homes and zones into calm, functional spaces with a sustainable approach. Learn the simple framework she uses for pantries, sculleries, linen cupboards and wardrobes and more and how to systemise and label (beautifully!). We’ll cover how to choose right-sized products for NZ homes, create family-friendly systems, and keep them going on busy weeks. You’ll leave with a room-by-room checklist, product tips from local makers, and small changes that make a big difference to your daily mental load.
2:30 pm - 3:15 pm
Sat 4 October
The Secret Sauce for a great Kitchen Design
An informative seminar for Home Owners about to embark on a kitchen renovation or new build to get a kitchen that they will be proud to entertain friends and family in.
11:00 am - 11:30 am
Sun 5 October
From Inspiration to Reality: How to Pull Together a Cohesive Look
How to take Pinterest-worthy ideas and bring them into your own home. Laura will talk through how to start a design plan using mood boards and samples, ways to avoid common mistakes such as poor lighting or mismatched styles and how to budget while prioritising key features.
11:45 am - 12:15 pm
Sun 5 October
Effortless Elegance: How to create stunning floral arrangements from gardens, shops and nature
A decade post-Goodmorning Show, I share floristry on Astarsplace’s YouTube. Inspired by Constance Spry, join me to create stunning displays from garden, supermarket and roadside blooms!
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Sun 5 October
Prep, Paint, Protect: Expert Tips from Resene
Join Christine from Resene, Murdo Shaw, Master Painter and Resene Rep, as they share expert tips on surface preparation before painting and how to maintain your finishes. Bring along your questions – they’ll be ready with practical advice to set you up for painting success
1:30 pm - 2:15 pm
Sun 5 October
From Overwhelm to Oasis: Sustainable Home Organisation That Lasts
Feeling like the house is running you? In this practical, feel-good session, Jess shows how to transform cluttered homes and zones into calm, functional spaces with a sustainable approach. Learn the simple framework she uses for pantries, sculleries, linen cupboards and wardrobes and more and how to systemise and label (beautifully!). We’ll cover how to choose right-sized products for NZ homes, create family-friendly systems, and keep them going on busy weeks. You’ll leave with a room-by-room checklist, product tips from local makers, and small changes that make a big difference to your daily mental load.
2:30 pm - 3:15 pm
Sun 5 October
The Secret Sauce for a great Kitchen Design
An informative seminar for Home Owners about to embark on a kitchen renovation or new build to get a kitchen that they will be proud to entertain friends and family in.













