Christchurch Event: Learn from a PRINZ Fellow

Black Betty Cafe 165 Madras Street, Christchurch, New Zealand

Join us for PRINZ Southern’s ‘Learn from a Fellow’ series – featuring two of the industry’s experts!
PRINZ Fellows demonstrate a high degree of competence in the practice of public relations and are nominated based on their significant contribution to the enhancement of the public relations profession. The Fellows will talk about a variety of engagement projects and share key learnings for practitioners gained during their extensive careers. There will also be plenty of time for you to ask questions or seek advice on projects you may be working on!

Free – $10.00

The Trust Equation: Agency Leader Breakfast

GRC Partners + Porter Novelli Offices 100 College Hill, Auckland, Ponsonby, New Zealand

In the current market, client relationships are becoming more challenging to retain with more competition around and tighter budgets. Building trust and refining your sales skills is imperative to ensure you are still representing your organisation's value and differentiation from other firms. In this member-exclusive breakfast event, you'll connect with fellow industry leaders, assess the sales cycle and how to effectively manage your client relationships, all before 9am!

$30.00

SOLD OUT – Hands On With AI

Online

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.

$365.00 – $525.00

Webinar: Finding your way in a rapidly changing job market

Online

Join us online for a candid and constructive conversation with an expert panel offering insights from our larger cities and the regions. With perspectives from large and small recruitment firms, as well as a business owner and employer, this session will give you a well-rounded view of the current market and explore options you may not have considered.

$5.00 – $20.00

Tauranga First Thursdays

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

Calling all Tauranga-based PRs – what better way to celebrate nearing the end of the week than to catch up with your peers informally over a drink at Picnicka.

This will be a nice chance to catch up, network, download with other comms colleagues and relax with a wine!

It’s free to attend, Picnicka will put on two bowls of fries but you will need to pay for your own drink – please also RSVP so we can have an idea of numbers.

Free

Auckland First Thursdays

Queens Rooftop Level 21/1 Queen Street, Auckland, New Zealand

Join us for a late summer sundowner at Queens Rooftop bar – a great chance to catch up with your PR peers around Tamaki Makaurau and to make new connections. Please RSVP to ensure we have enough space. Cheers!

Free

SOLD OUT Press Release Writing and Media Pitching: Tips from a former newspaper editor on getting your story into the media

Online

Learn how to get across your message – and to make it stand out from the hundreds of other pitches that editors and journalists see daily. Lively and enjoyable, this course is suited for everyone: from those new to the industry to those who’d like a refresher (highly experienced practitioners usually get just as much out of it).

$365.00 – $525.00

The Creative Edge: How to use creativity to power your communications

Rutherford House, Victoria University of Wellington, Pipitea Campus 33 Bunny Street, Wellington

n an age where artificial intelligence can generate content on demand, human creativity has become more valuable than ever. The ability to infuse your communication with original thinking, unexpected connections, and authentic voice is what will set you apart in today's professional landscape.

Free – $20.00

Auckland First Thursdays

Queens Rooftop Level 21/1 Queen Street, Auckland, New Zealand

Thursday 1st May 2025 @ 5:30pm - 7pm Overview Calling all Auckland-based PRs – what better way to celebrate nearing the end of the week…

Free

Speechwriting Essentials

Online

A successful speech can change the world, but it starts with a blank page. This workshop empowers speechwriters to assemble their ideas, find their voice, and earn their audience's attention. It demystifies the speechwriting process, including the crucial planning phase when writing speeches for others, and encourages purposeful, effective storytelling.

$730.00 – $1,290.00

Sold Out: Public Relations Strategy and Evaluation

Online

As 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.

$1,295.00 – $1,915.00

Telling Our Stories Well

Online

20th & 27th May 2025 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm (2 x morning sessions) Overview In this interactive online workshop, we cover the principles for preparing…

$730.00 – $1,290.00