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UPCOMING EVENTS
2026 NZNO College of Stomal Therapy Nursing BGM
Date: 4 March 2026
Time: 11:30 - 12 noon
Venue: Novotel Christchurch Airport
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2026 NZNO College of Stomal Therapy Nursing Conference
Theme: Resilience
Dates: 5-6 March 2026
Venue: Novotel Christchurch Airport
Registration (includes conference dinner): $220 for the two-day event or $120 for a single day
This year’s theme Resilience highlights the ability of both patients and clinicians to adapt, recover, and grow, which strengthens stoma care for all. During this two-day event you’ll be able to explore new ideas, learn from expert sessions, connect with colleagues and celebrate our collective progress.
This event is open to all stomal therapy nurses. There is no requirement to be a member of the College of Stomal Therapy Nurses to attend.
This is an opportunity to be a part of something truly special. Register today and join us at NZNO CSTN Conference 2026!
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Call for Abstracts closes 28 February 2026 - Get yours in!
The CSTN Committee warmly invites ALL members to submit an abstract for consideration to present in the Peer Presentation section of our 2026 Conference.
- If you are chosen to present you will receive complimentary Conference registration.
- Please support our Conference with your submission. Share your knowledge and tell your story. Show off the innovative work you're doing.
- All accepted presentations are automatically entered into a sponsored “Best Presentation” competition (sponsorships and prizes TBA).
- Your participation in this part of the Conference contributes to us all enjoying a successful conference.
- Remember, Conference presentations are ALWAYS excellent to include in your PDRP.
Topic: Anything stoma, fistula management, experiential, task, knowledge and/or skills related, where you have used your innovation and/or your expertise
Time: 15-minute presentation, 5 minute question time
Process:
NZNO CSTN Committee members will review all abstracts and the outcome of submissions will be advised soon.
Call for Abstracts closes 28 February 2026
PAST EVENTS
2025 Stomal Therapy week 23-29 June
Stomal Therapy week documents and resources:
2024 College of Stomal Therapy Nursing Conference: Innovation