2026 AUCKLAND New Zealand ADHD Conference
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Practical, Neuroaffirming Strategies & Support Join us for the 3rd Annual New Zealand ADHD Conference in Auckland — a strengths-based day designed for parents, educators, carers, professionals, and adult ADHDers. Learn from nationally and internationally recognised experts with a mix of sharp clinical knowledge and lived experience.
Meet Our Expert Speakers
Dr Dianne Grocott
Psychiatrist — ADHD & Addiction
03:10 PMOptimising ADHD Medication
- 30 years in public and private psychiatry practice
- Co-founded the Victorian Adult ADHD Interest Group (VAADHDIG)
- Developing an accredited GP training course on ADHD
Zoe Horner
Paediatric OT — Lived ADHD
11:50 AMHelping ADHD Individuals to Thrive Through Occupational Therapy
- Founder of Little Treasures Therapy in Perth, WA
- Diagnosed with ADHD at age 13 — lived experience + clinical lens
- Sensory processing, emotional regulation, family-centred support
Ashley Cairns
CEO, A Change for Better — AuDHD
10:05 AMThe Hidden Rules Nobody Explains: Why the World Feels Harder for Neurodivergent People
- Leading Lotus AI diagnostic platform for ADHD & autism
- Reforming diagnostic access across New Zealand
- TEDx Women speaker on the Lotus AI and her diagnostic journey
Yvonne Moy
Occupational Therapist & ADHD Coach
02:05 PMStrategies for Parenting the ADHD Brain
- OT, ADHD coach, and parent of neurodivergent children
- Founder of Yvonne Moy OT Consultancy (YMOTC)
- Strengths-based strategies for home, school, and work
Lauren Quirke
Neurodevelopmental Consultant (Somenté)
11:05 AMWhy Your Child Isn’t Responding – & How to Communicate so They Can
- Neuroscience-led practice for neurodivergent children
- Shifts focus from behaviour to underlying neurology
- Connects brain, body, behaviour, and environment
Jaime Rose-Peacock
Employment Law / HR Specialist — Lived ADHD
01:20 PMADHD Workplace Rights & Responsibilities
- Auckland-based employment lawyer & workplace investigator
- Diagnosed with ADHD later in life — lived experience advocate
- Board roles with ELINZ and A Change for Better
Event Agenda
| 08:30 AM | Registration opens & Exhibits open for perusal |
| 10:00 AM | Welcome & Introduction |
| 10:05 AM | Ashley Cairns: The Hidden Rules Nobody Explains: Why the World Feels Harder for Neurodivergent People |
| 10:45 AM | Break |
| 11:05 AM | Lauren Quirke: Why Your Child Isn’t Responding – & How to Communicate so They Can |
| 11:50 AM | Zoe Horner: Helping ADHD Individuals to Thrive Through Occupational Therapy |
| 12:30 PM | Main Break |
| 01:20 PM | Jaime Rose-Peacock: ADHD Workplace Rights & Responsibilities |
| 02:05 PM | Yvonne Moy: Strategies for Parenting the ADHD Brain |
| 02:50 PM | Break |
| 03:10 PM | Dr Dianne Grocott: Optimising ADHD Medication |
| 03:50 PM | Thank you & Close |
Tickets
* Prices in AUD. Note: Food & drinks are NOT included. Tickets non-refundable but transferable. Not suitable for children under 14.
Standard Ticket (In-Person)
- Entry to all 6 speakers
- Certificate of Attendance
- Access to exhibitors
- Workbook & Guide NOT included
$127
Workbook Ticket (In-Person)
- Entry to all 6 speakers
- Certificate of Attendance
- Access to exhibitors
- Workbook & Guide INCLUDED
$147
Duo Standard (2 tickets)
- Entry for 2 people
- Perfect for couples, parent + adult child, or a friend pair
- Save vs 2x Solo Standard
- Workbook & Guide NOT included
$205
Duo Workbook (2 tickets)
- Entry for 2 people
- Perfect for couples wanting joint takeaway material
- Save vs 2x Solo Workbook
- Workbook & Guide INCLUDED
$235