Telling Our Stories Well – SOLD OUT

Online

In this interactive online workshop, we cover the principles for preparing great media releases, communications materials, and general business content. Our resident editing expert, Julie Shannon, will teach you how to craft engaging stories and convey these in a clear and convincing tone. You’ll also explore different topics and contexts with plenty of ‘before’ and ‘after’ examples from a range of industries.

$750.00 – $1,050.00

Auckland First Thursdays

Hotel Ponsonby, 1 Saint Marys Road, St Marys Bay, Auckland 1011

Same time, same place for August’s First Thursday PR get-together. Hosted by your Auckland Committee, it’s a great chance to mix with your peers, make new contacts and celebrate being just one day away from the weekend!

Free

Building collaborative relationships with Māori and iwi organisations – SOLD OUT

39 Vivian Street, New Plymouth Central, New Plymouth 4310

Join the Taranaki sub-committee of PRINZ at stunning New Plymouth venue Te Whare Hononga as we canvass relationship building with iwi and Māori organisations. Our panel discussion will be facilitated by New Plymouth District Councillor Dinnie Moeahu and include South Taranaki district councillor and Māori creative business owner Tuteri Rangihaeata, Ngā Iwi o Taranaki marketing and communications manager Hayley Olliver and engagement specialist and communications consultant Kelsey Waitere.

$25.00 – $32.00

Media Training for PR & Communications Professionals with Mary Lambie

TVNZ - 100 Victoria Street West, Auckland CBD, Auckland 1010

As PR and Communications professionals you are constantly putting your clients or your key company personnel in front of the media – maybe it is time for you to experience exactly what that feels like? This course will not only give you the skills to better prepare your clients and colleagues with confidence and expertise, but also give you the skills to front the media for your organisation.

Building High Performing Comms Teams

Online

This course, led by PRINZ Fellow Tracey Bridges, will explore the challenges that communication teams can face in building influence and relevance within their organisations.

$635.00 – $910.00

Internal Communications – Innovation Beyond Boundaries

In our brave new world, the connection between machines and humans is transforming organisations, positioning internal communicators as both conduit and counsel. Strong internal relationships are essential for effective external relations. Good internal communication enhances the employee experience, drives change, and builds confidence in organisational culture – but it can’t be left to chance.

$730.50 – $1,040.00

Supporting the Top Table During Times of Change – Breakfast Panel Event

Beyond Recruitment Level 10, Fujitsu Tower, 141 The Terrace, Wellington, New Zealand

What are senior leaders looking for from their communications teams during organisational change? What do we need to keep top of mind as we partner with executives to support the success of change initiatives? Join PRINZ Wellington for breakfast, networking and a panel discussion with two senior comms and change leaders about their experiences working around the top table and advising executive leadership teams.

Free – $10.00

First Tuesdays Pub Quiz

Back by popular demand, we’re heading back to the Birdcage Tavern for a ‘First Tuesday’ quiz special next month!

Free

Tauranga First Thursdays

Picnicka Elizabeth Towers Level 1/38 Elizabeth Street, Tauranga, New Zealand

Introducing a new opportunity for Tauranga members of PRINZ: Tauranga First Thursdays
Held at Picnicka from 5pm - 6:30pm, this will be a nice chance to catch up, network, download with other comms colleagues and relax with a wine!

Free

PRINZ Southern’s Spring Drinks

The Church Pub 124 Worcester Street, Christchurch, New Zealand

Spring is here, so dust off the cobwebs and come and catch up with your local southern PRINZ colleagues. Mix and mingle with fellow practitioners and bring along anyone interested in becoming a PRINZ member.

Free – $10.00

Waikato Panel Event – The Power of Integrating Marketing and PR: 1+1=3

Gallagher Group conference room, 181 Kahikatea Drive, Hamilton 181 Kahikatea Drive, Hamilton, New Zealand

PRINZ and the Marketing Association and are proud to bring you this panel discussion on the power of integrating marketing and communications strategies. When done well, the power of both disciplines working in sync can have high impact, helping you achieve business goals faster. But the practicalities 'on the ground' within many teams mean it's often challenging to gain alignment.

$11.50 – $40.00

Christchurch Event: Behind the Scenes of Emergency Management Communications

40 Lichfield Street 40 Lichfield Street, Christchurch, New Zealand

If you are curious about how emergency management communications works, then this event is for you! You will be taken on a behind the scenes tour of the Emergency Operations Centre at the Justice Precinct, followed by a presentation over lunch from Civil Defence Emergency Management advisor Rachel Thornton.

$15 – $35