Tauranga Dying Matters Expo 2026

Date: 13/09/2026
Time: 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Venue: Hope Family Funerals, 2a Loop Road, Te Puna, Tauranga

What legacy do you want to leave? How can planning ahead give you and your loved ones greater peace of mind?

As part of Dying Matters Week 2026, this year’s theme, Shaping Your Legacy, encourages us to start meaningful conversations about death, dying, grief, and the choices that help us live well and prepare well. By talking openly and planning ahead, we can ensure our values, wishes, and stories are shared with the people who matter most.

Join us at the Tauranga Dying Matters Week Expo 2026 for a welcoming and informative event that brings together local organisations, professionals, and community groups to help you explore your options and make informed decisions for the future.

Learn more about:
The Te Puke Natural Burial Site and natural burial options.
Organ donation and the extraordinary gift it can be for others.
Wills and estates—protecting your wishes and those you care about.
Planning ahead with confidence, clarity, and peace of mind.

Meet our exhibitors:
Browse a range of informative displays and practical resources, including:
A demonstration of a cooling blanket and other end-of-life care options.
Legacy planning ideas to help preserve memories and celebrate a life well lived.
Representatives from the End of Life Choice Society.
Grief support organisations offering information, resources, and compassionate guidance.
Plus many other local services committed to supporting our community.

Take the opportunity to chat with the friendly team from Waipuna Hospice, reconnect with familiar faces, ask questions, and learn about the support and services available throughout our community.

A food truck will be available throughout the day, offering a selection of delicious refreshments, including vegetarian options, so you can relax, take a break, and continue the conversation while enjoying something to eat.

Whether you’re planning for yourself, supporting someone you love, working in the health sector, or simply curious to learn more, this expo offers a safe, welcoming space to ask questions, discover resources, and be inspired to shape your own legacy.

Admission is $10 per person to help cover the costs of hosting the expo.
We encourage you to RSVP to secure your place. If there’s a question you’d like our presenters to cover, please send it in advance to [email protected], or simply click the registration link below to reserve your place.

We look forward to welcoming you for a day of conversation, connection, learning, and community as we explore what it means to Shape Your Legacy.

RSVP and questions to [email protected]