In what is a first for the TED conferences, New Zealand’s own TEDx
event will be streamed live in partnership with TVNZ 7 on Sunday 26
September, from 10am, with highlights of the event broadcast on TVNZ 7
at a later date.

Devoted to ideas worth spreading, the annual TED conferences have a
global following, and this month Auckland will host its own TEDx event
(x stands for independently run).
The collaboration between Richard Hollingum, owner of the rights to
host TEDx in New Zealand, and TVNZ 7, the inspirational and innovative
ideas presented at this gathering, will be shared over the internet in
real time at www.tvnz.co.nz/tvnz7. Simply click on the TEDx link on
the TVNZ 7 home page for more details.

Previously TED has prevented live streaming of its renowned talks due
to its status as a not-for-profit and its philosophy to promote ideas
as opposed to commerce. This world-first arrangement has been struck
due to the non-commercial nature of TVNZ 7.

Hollingum, the Director of Doing from the Department of Doing, is a
firm believer that an idea is not any idea until it's done.

"This year's TEDxAuckland talks are focused on two very powerful words
- 'What If?'"

He explains, "Gathering to be inspired by great ideas is one thing,
but where it really starts to get interesting, and exciting, is when
we can start to put those ideas into action and begin to see real
change and progress."

TVNZ 7's Channel Manager Philippa Mossman sees a natural fit.

"TVNZ 7 is about different perspectives and sharing ideas, about
informing and inspiring. We are thrilled to be able to bring TEDx
Auckland to our viewers, both through the live streaming of the actual
event and through the programmes," says Mossman.

In keeping with the TED format, the day will bring together people
from three worlds; Technology, Entertainment, and Design, featuring 15
talks, performances and other multimedia surprises from fascinating
thinkers and doers, each lasting no longer than 18 minutes. Richard
and his team have been dedicated to putting together an unrivalled
spectrum of speakers for the day, which promises to deliver a rich and
memorable experience.

For more information and speaker line-ups, visit
www.tedxauckland.co.nz. For more information on TVNZ 7 (available
through Freeview channel 7 and SKY channel 97), visit
www.tvnz.co.nz/tvnz7.

 with Cindy Gallop

TIM GREGORY

Tim Gregory making a difference at TEDxAuckland

STEPHEN KNIGHTLY:

KEN RING:

Can we predict what Ken Ring will talk about at TEDxAuckland?

 

JULIE BARTLETT

A true star is joining us at TEDxAuckland this year

 

RENEE LIANG - 3 minute

You will need to be prepared for Renee at TEDxAuckland

 

RICHARD LOSEBY

Richard Loseby has found his way to TEDxAuckland and has a fascinating story to share

 

 

DR PRIVAHINI BRADOO

With great thanks to Air New Zealand we are so pleased to welcome Dr Privahini Bradoo in helping us bridge the gap

 

JONATHAN MILNE

It is no accident Jonathan Milne will be sharing his ideas at TEDxAuckland

 

RICHARD WEBB

We have a feeling that TEDxAuckland is going to be disrupted by Richard Webb

 

PLUM JUNGLE

Plum Jungle, Award winning film makers rock on up to TEDxAuckland.

 

KATE SMITH

Hooray! We will be eating big fish at TEDxAuckland.

 

TEAM ONE BEEP

Can you imagine our excitement of having One Beep come to TEDxAuckland.

 

JUSTIN SCOTT - 3 minute

 It is real treat, a gift even, to have Justin join us at TEDxAuckland

 

RICHARD HOLLINGUM - 3 minute

The Director of Doing does the doing at TEDxChange

 

Want to find out more about the history and goals of TED?

Its "faculty": A roster of speakers that runs from Bill Clinton to J.J. Abrams, from Desmond Tutu to Isabel Allende -- anyone who's driving change across the globe. Their topics range from biophysics to graphic design, covering all that Roman playwright Terentius might have had in mind when he said, "Nothing human is alien to me." The economic model? With attendance fees, advertising, and corporate sponsorships, TED ran an operating surplus of more than $2 million last year, which was reinvested into expanding its reach.