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UPCOMING EVENTS
2026 June 22 - 28 2026
Stomal Therapy Week 2026 recognises the shared journey between people living with a stoma and the network of stomal therapy nurses and supporters who stand alongside them, under this year’s theme Every Journey. Together.
A stoma is a surgically created opening into the digestive or urinary system. Living with a stoma is a unique experience for each person. From diagnosis and surgery to recovery, confidence, and everyday life, no two journeys are the same. People living with a stoma bring lived experience, resilience, and insight that shape their care and outcomes. What remains constant is the importance of specialised, ongoing support.
Stomal therapy nurses play a vital role within this network, partnering with people living with a stoma to provide expert clinical care, education, advocacy, and reassurance at every stage of the journey. Alongside them are health professionals, industry partners, ostomy associations, peer support groups, families, and carers — together forming a connected community of care that supports confidence, independence, and quality of life.
Every Journey. Together. reflects this collective commitment — recognising that living well is made possible through shared expertise, lived experience, and community support.
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PAST EVENTS
2026 NZNO College of Stomal Therapy Nursing BGM
Date: 4 March 2026
Time: 11:30 - 12 noon
Venue: Novotel Christchurch Airport
Or join online: Use this Teams link
Read the BGM documents:
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.
In association with: 
2025 Stomal Therapy week 23-29 June
Stomal Therapy week documents and resources:
2024 College of Stomal Therapy Nursing Conference: Innovation