Events at GQ

We believe in sharing our legal knowledge with the community. Throughout the year, we host a range of free seminars covering various topics. Come along to meet our team, enjoy some refreshments and gain a better understanding of the legal aspects of everyday matters.

Our seminars are free and open to all, but spaces are limited. Be sure to register early — sign-ups open one month before each event. Stay tuned for upcoming details or sign up for updates to be the first to know.

Upcoming events

Employment Law Seminar | 27 May 2026

What’s changing and what’s next?

Join Partner Troy Wano and Lawyer Varnell Clay for our annual Employment Law Seminar in partnership with the Taranaki Chamber of Commerce.

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Past events

GQ's Open Garden Afternoon

As proud festival supporters, we were thrilled to host an exclusive early-access open afternoon at the stunning Stanleigh Garden.

Business Succession Planning Panel

GQ Partner Cameron Hart and BDO Principal Gaylene Findlay joined forces at our free Business Succession Planning event, delivered in partnership with the Taranaki Chamber of Commerce.

The practical and future-focused session guided attendees on the steps to take now to safeguard their businesses and plan for a smooth transition in the future.

Property Playbook

We held our Property Playbook panel event, designed for anyone interested in homeownership, investing, or selling in the Taranaki property market. It was a highly insightful and engaging session, featuring expert perspectives from Luke from Bayleys, Jo from LEND, and Anne-Sophie from GQ. Attendees walked away with practical advice and a clearer understanding of the current property landscape.

What's changing in the workplace?

Our annual Employment Law seminar in partnership with the Taranaki Chamber of Commerce is run by GQ Partner Troy Wano covering everything from legal changes to flexible work trends through a practical and legal lens.

Planning your legacy

This event with the Taranaki Chamber of Commerce brought together GQ Partner Catherine Grogan, Taranaki Foundation CEO Josh Hickford, and BDO’s Gaylene Findlay to share expert insights on making Wills and succession plans work for you, your whānau, and the communities you care about. From avoiding common pitfalls to unlocking the power of charitable giving, attendees left with the knowledge to make informed, future-proofed decisions.

Using tech to safeguard and enhance business

This seminar, held with the Taranaki Chamber of Commerce, explored how tech solutions can enhance security, efficiency, and business success. IT strategist Simon Singh (Proformac CEO) and legal expert Helen Dymond (GQ) shared insights on mitigating risk and leveraging emerging technology. Topics discussed included data protection, privacy, intellectual property, AI from a legal perspective, due diligence in tech adoption, IT auditing, cybersecurity, business productivity apps, and insurance considerations.

"The Taranaki Chamber of Commerce has been privileged to have GQ as a Key Partner for a number of years. Over this time we have co-hosted many seminars on specific relevant topics for business.

Having Troy Wano and his team’s expertise and advice in the employment law seminars has been invaluable in helping our businesses and members have a good understanding of employment contracts, new legislation and how to avoid unnecessary difficulties or pitfalls."

Maura Young (Taranaki Chamber of Commerce)

"The combined skills and experiences of the presenters were excellent and tailored to our local Taranaki market, making the information relevant and relatable for attendees. Presenters were engaging and the relaxed Q&A over a drink and some nibbles approach was appreciated & helpful. Well done team on another great event and the incredible mahi in pulling this all together."

Steven Hill

"The GQ lunchtime presentations provide relevant and timely information and perspectives to alert people of important issues arising from NZ legislation."

Warwick Pettigrew

"Thanks GQ for providing us with an informative presentation on the new Privacy Act 2020. Our team loved it and said it was a great refresher on privacy law and best practice in this area. We look forward to working with these spirited young lawyers in the future."

Joachim Ogden

"Annie Prosser & Beatrice Chamberlain presented a concise and easy-to-understand overview of Charitable Trust guidelines. It was good to have a clear explanation of the changes to the Trust Act and how they impact on our organisation. Thank you - and thanks for the lovely bite to eat too."

Sue Philipson