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Family Activities
Hutt indoor Sports Complex (10 min drive)
Family Friendly activities
Transport
Getting to The Gathering at ARISE Centre Petone is simple and convenient, no matter how you're travelling. Located in the heart of Petone, the venue is easily accessible by car, train, bus. With a range of transport options available and nearby parking, we've made it easy for you to plan your journey and arrive with ease ready for the event.
There is limited on-site parking available at the front of the ARISE Centre Petone. We recommend using the overflow carpark at Pito-One Road, Korokoro, Lower Hutt 5012 (see map below), which is only a short walk from the venue.
Clear signage will be in place to help guide you, and our ARISE Team will be onsite to welcome you and direct you from both the main and overflow carparks to ensure a smooth arrival.
Driving times to ARISE Centre Petone can vary depending on traffic and the time of day, so please allow extra time when planning your journey.
From Wellington Airport:The ARISE Centre Petone is approximately a 20–30 minute drive.
From Wellington CBD:The ARISE Centre Petone is approximately a 10–15 minute drive.
From Lower Hutt City:The ARISE Centre Petone is approximately a 5–10 minute drive.
From Upper Hutt City:The ARISE Centre Petone is approximately a 20 minute drive.
From Porirua City:The ARISE Centre Petone is approximately a 15–20 minute drive.
Getting to The Gathering at ARISE Centre Petone is easy, with regular public transport connections available across the Hutt Valley and Wellington region.
Train
For current train times, fares, and service updates, please refer to Metlink:
Bus
Timetables and service updates can be found here:
Airport Express
More information and timetables here:
Wristbands
If you've registered for The Gathering, you can collect your wristband and information pack at one of the following times and locations:
Before The Gathering
Collect from the Welcome, Giving & Resources stand at your campus on:
- Sunday 5th of July
- Sunday 12th of July
At the ARISE Centre Petone
- Thursday 16th of July – from 11:00am
- Friday 17th of July – from 8:00am
Important Information
- Wristbands are required for entry to all Gathering sessions
- Children will receive a lanyard instead of a wristband
- Wristbands/lanyards must be worn at all times during the event
- To help avoid queues, we encourage you to collect your wristband before the event where possible
Meal deals
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- Arise Centre, Wellington
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- 16-18 JULY 2026
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- Arise Centre, Wellington
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- REGISTER NOW
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- 16-18 JULY 2026
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- Arise Centre, Wellington
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- REGISTER NOW
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- 16-18 JULY 2026
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- Arise Centre, Wellington
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- REGISTER NOW
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- 16-18 JULY 2026