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Challenge Wanaka Volunteer Crew Manual - this document was given to all volunteers for this event to help them organise accommodation and reservations for the event.
PDF, 439KB, 4 pages
A Guide to the Major Events Management Act 2007 - This Guide provides general information and guidance on the Major Events Management Act 2007 (the MEMA) and is intended to provide an overview of the purpose of the MEMA. In particular, the Guide provides clarity on how to avoid breaching the MEMA through the unauthorised use of the major events emblems and words, which would suggest an official association with the event that does not exist.
PDF, 3.8MB, 24 pages
Strategy outline for the Challenge Wanaka Volunteer Management - outlines the requirements and strategy for managing volunteers for the this event.
PDF, 1.9MB, 22 pages
We've developed a post-event reporting guide for events that have received funding through the Major Events Development Fund. You can use the guide when thinking about and developing post-event reports for your stakeholders.
PDF, 454KB, 3 pages
Motivated, friendly, enthusiastic and well-trained volunteers are crucial to successful event delivery and an important part of your event team. They are generally the ‘ambassadors’ of an event — creating the first and most lasting impression on teams, officials, VIPs and the public. This checklist will help you manage your volunteers.
PDF, 526KB, 2 pages
This report examines 18 of the 19 events that received an investment from the Major Events Development Fund (MEDF) between February 2010 and April 2012, for which either a post event report and/or an economic impact assessment, was submitted to the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (
PDF, 942KB, 55 pages
This document emphasises the importance of establishing Major Event governance arrangements that are designed with the purpose of serving the needs of the Event, as opposed to perceived control needs of stakeholders. A governance structure designed upon the identified and unique needs of the Event will increase the likelihood of Event success and also of meeting stakeholder expectations.
PDF, 497KB, 32 pages
Example of a risk register - 100 pure NZ Winter Games 2013 - This document covers mitigation (the strategies that will be utilised to mitigate risk)
PDF, 2MB, 3 pages
Example Risk management plan Fast5 Netball World Series - Successful event organisers manage risk, they focus on goals and safety not just compliance. Effective risk management minimises potential costs and liabilities, and leads to a safer, more enjoyable event.
PDF, 340KB, 10 pages
Organising a major event requires the development of a media guide with information about the event. This is an example media guide for major events - Media guide Fast5 netball world series.
PDF, 4MB, 48 pages
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