Taking an evidence-based approach to changing attitudes and behaviours
Beyond Recruitment Level 10, Perpetual Guardian House, 99 Customhouse Quay, Wellington, New ZealandShifting Kiwi attitudes to the risk of harm is a significant challenge for any engagement campaign, but it’s one that ACC has met head on with ‘Have a hmmm’. Four years on, this recognisable campaign is still driving behaviour change and positively impacting New Zealanders.
At this breakfast session, hear from the social marketing experts behind the ‘Have a hmmm’ public engagement programme, which aims to connect New Zealanders to interventions that support their wellbeing and protect them from injury.
SOLD OUT – Hands On with AI
OnlineSOLD OUT You can’t avoid it a minute longer – it’s time to integrate AI into your daily work. This highly practical session offers the guidance and space to experiment with the AI-driven tools that have revolutionised practice. Delivered live online, this course provides public relations and communication practitioners with essential knowledge, hands-on experience and time to experiment with the AI tools transforming our sector.
Tauranga First Thursdays
Picnicka Elizabeth Towers Level 1/38 Elizabeth Street, Tauranga, New ZealandThursday 5th June 2025 @ 5:00pm - 6:30pm OverviewCalling all Tauranga-based PRs – what better way to celebrate nearing the end of the week than…
Public Relations Strategy and Evaluation
OnlineAs we shift into Generation AI, mastering public relations strategy and evaluation is crucial. Over four mornings, this online course explores the latest methodologies for crafting and assessing effective strategies. With generative AI models reshaping our professional landscape, acquiring these skills is not just beneficial, it is essential if we are to guide organisational leadership with expertise and insight.
Sub-editing and Proofreading: Key writing and editing tips to make your copy sing
OnlineKnowing how to edit writing – whether it’s your own or someone else’s – is a crucial skill to have, yet it’s rarely taught. The course is filled with practical exercises – as soon as a technique is taught, you’ll then be able to practice it.
Media Leaders’ Briefing: The Future of New Zealand News
Foodstuffs Landing Drive 35 Landing Drive, AucklandThis exclusive PRINZ event offers PR professionals a rare opportunity to hear directly from senior media executives at TVNZ, NZME, RNZ and Stuff. Each executive will provide a 10 minute update on the latest developments in their organisation, followed by an engaging panel discussion on the evolving media landscape in New Zealand and what it means for PR professionals in 2025.
Data-Driven Storytelling
OnlineThis interactive workshop has been designed for communications professionals who want to incorporate charts, graphs, and infographics into their content, but do not have a background in statistics. The workshop includes individual and breakout activities to immediately apply what you’ve learned.
Waikato Internal Communicators Breakfast Mixer at Gallagher
Joe's Place Cafe at Gallagher 181 Kahikatea Drive, Melville, HamiltonJoin us for a relaxed morning catch-up with fellow internal communication professionals in the Waikato. It’s the perfect chance to connect with familiar faces and welcome new ones to the internal comms community.
Cocktail Function for Margalit Toledano
Nancy Caiger Gallery, Meteor Theatre 1 Victoria St, HamiltonPRINZ is proud to announce a cocktail event to recognise the substantial contribution Margalit Toledano FPRINZ has made to the PR & Communications sector across several decades.
Wellington Event – AI in Communications: Maximising Benefits, Navigating Challenges
Wellington Club Wellington Club Building Level 4/88 The Terrace, Wellington, New ZealandJoin Aaron Creighton (Head of AI, Catalyst) and Emily Broadmore (Director, Heft Communications) for an engaging workshop at the Wellington Club, exclusively for PRINZ members.
In this hands-on session, discover how to effectively leverage AI chat tools in your communications practice while addressing the very real challenges they present. From crafting effective prompts to managing bias, transparency and privacy concerns, this workshop offers practical guidance for communications professionals looking to integrate AI responsibly.
Retirement Dinner in Honour of Margalit Toledano
Gothenburg Restaurant, ANZ Centre 17 Grantham St, HamiltonFor all PRINZ Fellows, Members and Colleagues,
We are pleased to announce a special dinner honouring the remarkable career and lasting contributions of Margalit Toledano, esteemed PRINZ Fellow, on the occasion of her retirement from the University of Waikato.