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SUMMARY:The importance of Maaori storytelling: Aukaha News - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/the-importance-of-maaori-storytelling-the-team-at-award-winning-aukaha-news-share-insights-into-their-mahi-and-kaupapa/
LOCATION:Kākāriki House\, The Wise Group’s Hamilton office\, 293 Grey Street\, Hamilton East
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240723T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240730T123000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110021
CREATED:20240319T010014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240719T035925Z
UID:38634-1721725200-1722342600@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Telling Our Stories Well - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/telling-our-stories-well/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240717T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240717T193000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240624T052048Z
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SUMMARY:Young Journalists Perspectives on the Fourth Estate - PRINZ Panel Event (Hybrid Event)
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/young-journalists-perspective-on-the-fourth-estate-prinz-panel-event-hybrid-event/
LOCATION:Room C\, EMA\, Building/145 Khyber Pass Road\, Grafton\, Auckland 1023
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240715T160000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240715T173000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240701T001512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T032940Z
UID:41531-1721059200-1721064600@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:What Uni Doesn't Teach You: A Peek into the Real-World of Communications\, PR\, and Marketing
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/what-uni-doesnt-teach-you-a-peek-into-the-real-world-of-communications-pr-and-marketing/
LOCATION:Te Kōpūroa room in The Pā\, University of Waikato Hamilton Campus
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240711T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240610T235117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240707T222423Z
UID:40846-1720690200-1720699200@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Hands on with AI: Essential Skills for PR and Communication Professionals
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/hands-on-with-ai-essential-skills-for-pr-and-communication-professionals/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240704T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240704T190000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240620T030156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T030313Z
UID:41144-1720114200-1720119600@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Auckland First Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-first-thursdays-3/
LOCATION:1 Saint Marys Road\, St Marys Bay\, Auckland 1011
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240624T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240624T120000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240605T005254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T225559Z
UID:40651-1719221400-1719230400@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Ethics\, Risk & Reputation in the Age of AI
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ethics-risk-reputation-in-the-age-of-ai/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240620T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240620T190000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240503T055117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T185144Z
UID:39761-1718904600-1718910000@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:PRINZ Southern Midwinter Mingle
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-southern-midwinter-mingle/
LOCATION:Two Thumb Brewing on Colombo\, 380 Colombo Street\, Sydenham Christchurch
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240620T171500
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240620T233000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240605T003516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T223031Z
UID:40640-1718903700-1718926200@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Robert Walters and PRINZ - A celebration of excellence
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/robert-walters-and-prinz-a-celebration-of-excellence/
LOCATION:Robert Walters Offices – Floor 15\, 2 Hunter Street\, Wellington\, 6011
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240618T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240121T213124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T014707Z
UID:36926-1718703000-1718798400@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Speechwriting Essentials
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/speechwriting-essentials/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240614T110000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240614T130000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240521T031642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T213905Z
UID:40294-1718362800-1718370000@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Walk and talk at Fieldays 2024
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/walk-and-talk-at-fieldays-2024/
LOCATION:Mystery Creek\, Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240613T103000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240613T113000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240509T035629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240709T013217Z
UID:39966-1718274600-1718278200@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Empathy: a compass for navigating change
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/empathy-a-compass-for-navigating-change/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240613T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240613T090000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240521T040412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T191529Z
UID:40340-1718265600-1718269200@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Learn from a PRINZ Fellow
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/learn-from-a-prinz-fellow/
LOCATION:Bunsen Café (The Arts Centre): 2 Worcester Street\, Christchurch CBD
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240612T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240612T123000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240403T012500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T200425Z
UID:38944-1718184600-1718195400@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Leveraging GA4 for PR Success: Crafting Custom PR Dashboards with Looker Studio
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/leveraging-ga4-for-pr-success-crafting-custom-pr-dashboard-with-looker-studio/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240606T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240607T120000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240318T000952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T020439Z
UID:38089-1717664400-1717761600@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Effective PR Research\, Measurement & Evaluation
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/measurement-evaluation/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240604T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240604T183000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240509T023739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T002344Z
UID:39943-1717522200-1717525800@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:First Tuesday - Pub Quiz
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/first-tuesday-pub-quiz/
LOCATION:Birdcage Tavern: 133 Franklin Road\, Freemans Bay\, Auckland\, 1011
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240529T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240529T233000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240312T204833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T193011Z
UID:38378-1717007400-1717025400@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:2024 PRINZ Awards Gala Dinner - Tickets Closed
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/2024-prinz-awards-gala-dinner/
LOCATION:Grand Millenium Hotel\, 71 Mayoral Drive\, Cnr Vincent Street\,\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240528T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240528T180000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240311T205328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240314T001211Z
UID:38346-1716919200-1716919200@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Fellows and Life Member's Dinner
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/fellows-and-life-members-dinner-2/
LOCATION:374 Karangahape Road\, Auckland CBD\, Auckland 1010
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240524T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240524T090000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240415T011756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T231224Z
UID:39172-1716537600-1716541200@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Working Well with Local Media - Tauranga PRINZ Panel Event
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/working-well-with-local-media-tauranga-prinz-panel-event/
LOCATION:Ground Level/247 Cameron Road\, Tauranga 3140
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240521T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20231210T220715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240510T020106Z
UID:36451-1716282000-1716465600@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Strategy & Problem Solving Master Class
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/strategy-problem-solving-master-class/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240516T171500
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240516T230000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240424T013155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T000145Z
UID:39477-1715879700-1715900400@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Wellington Social Resilience Event
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/wellington-social-resilience-event/
LOCATION:Exhibitions\, Gallery of Fine Art on 32 Brandon Street\, Wellington
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240513T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20231218T034929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T041422Z
UID:36587-1715592600-1715860800@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Public Relations Strategy & Evaluation
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/public-relations-strategy-evaluation-4/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240509T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240509T193000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240315T011104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T041932Z
UID:38514-1715275800-1715283000@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Hope\, Resignation or Relief - A High-Profile Panel Discussion on the best ways forward for NZ's Fourth Estate (Hybrid Event)
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/hope-resignation-or-relief-a-high-profile-panel-discussion-on-the-best-ways-forward-for-nzs-fourth-estate-hybrid/
LOCATION:Room C\, EMA\, Building/145 Khyber Pass Road\, Grafton\, Auckland 1023
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240507T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240508T120000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20240121T211739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T215713Z
UID:36882-1715074200-1715169600@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Developing Persuasive Presentations
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/developing-persuasive-presentations/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240503T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240503T120000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110022
CREATED:20231212T054616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T044657Z
UID:36441-1714730400-1714737600@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Communications and Governance
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/communications-and-governance/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240502T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240502T233000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110023
CREATED:20240422T234331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T012636Z
UID:39378-1714671000-1714692600@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Auckland First Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-first-thursdays-2/
LOCATION:Hotel Ponsonby\, 1 Saint Marys Road\, St Marys Bay\, Auckland 1011
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240422T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110023
CREATED:20231218T025209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240415T013043Z
UID:36556-1713778200-1713873600@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Advancing Digital Strategies in the Age of AI
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/advancing-digital-strategies-in-the-age-of-ai/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240415T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110023
CREATED:20231218T032303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T014448Z
UID:36569-1713173400-1713441600@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Public Relations Strategy and Evaluation
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/public-relations-strategy-and-evaluation-4/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240411T090000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240411T130000
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SUMMARY:Media Training for PR & Communications Professionals with Mary Lambie - SOLD OUT
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/media-training-for-pr-communications-professionals-with-mary-lambie/
LOCATION:TVNZ – Cnr Victoria St West\, 100 Victoria Street West\, Auckland Central\, Auckland\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240404T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20240404T173000
DTSTAMP:20260721T110023
CREATED:20240327T211518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T211930Z
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SUMMARY:First Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:3rd & 4th September 2026 @ 9:00am - 12:00pm (2x Morning sessions)						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHow do you know whether your communication is making a difference?  In an increasingly data-driven world\, you may have access to more information than ever before. The challenge is knowing what to pay attention to\, how to interpret it\, and how to use it to improve strategic communication. Equally important is being able to show not only what you did\, but what changed as a result for your organisation\, client or cause. Effective research\, measurement and evaluation can help you make better strategic decisions and demonstrate the true value of your public relations and communication efforts. This practical course is designed to help you build confidence in research\, measurement and evaluation\, whether you are starting from scratch\, refreshing your knowledge\, or looking to align your practice with current global standards. You will learn how to use research to inform planning\, set meaningful objectives\, select the right metrics\, interpret results\, and communicate insights to stakeholders. The course also explores how to move beyond vanity metrics to measuring and evaluating outcomes and impact that can inform future decisions. Key content Latest models and frameworks of research\, planning\, measurement\, and evaluation.Methods of gathering useful research insights.Linking communication goals to organisational KPIs.Setting SMART objectives that link to outputs\, outcomes\, and impact.Picking the right metrics for measuring communication across all channels (paid\, earned\, owned\, and shared).Monitoring progress and building tailored dashboards.Interpreting results to evaluate effectiveness of planning.Reporting and demonstrating the value of public relations and communication.Turning measurement and evaluation data into research insights for future planning.Along with understanding the above content\, you will learn through practical workshops including: In a group: Analysis of a real-life case study on research\, measurement\, and evaluation.In a group: Simulation of research\, measurement\, and evaluation for a mock communication project.Individual: Application of the concepts to your own organisational work/project/plan.Learning Outcomes Understand the current and globally accepted standards of research\, measurement and evaluation for public relations and communication management.Know the tools and techniques that can aid in your research\, measurement\, evaluation and reporting process.Create a measurement and evaluation framework that suits your own public relations and communication context.This course content aligns with the Global Capability Framework with particular emphasis on this summary: Communication Capabilities To conduct formative and evaluative research to underpin communication strategies and tactics Zoom links will go out closer to the date to allow for those last minute sign ups! Please do check your spam box.  						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your presenter is..Dr. Deepti Bhargava (APR\, FPRINZ)\, Senior Lecturer & Head of Department (Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations) at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  Dr Deepti Bhargava is a Senior Lecturer and Head of Department\, Advertising & Brand Creativity\, Digital Communication and Public Relations at Auckland University of Technology (AUT).  She teaches across various courses including Strategic Communication Planning\, and the student led PR consultancy – Outside the Square. In these courses\, she and her colleagues guide students to use research\, planning\, evaluation\, and reflection as critical tools of PR success. Deepti is passionate about the impact good public relations practice can have on organisations and communities and hopes to inspire the same in those she works with. She is an Accredited Member and Fellow of PRINZ and previously served as Chief Examiner for the Accreditation Programme (2021–2023)\, for which she now serves as a moderator. Prior to joining AUT\, Deepti worked in corporate communications\, advertising\, and feature writing. Her research interests include culture\, diversity\, equity\, and inclusion (DEI)\, digital communication\, Artificial Intelligence (AI)\, work-integrated learning (WIL)\, and public relations research\, measurement\, evaluation\, and reflection.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/first-thursdays/
LOCATION:Hotel Ponsonby\, 1 Saint Marys Road\, St Marys Bay\, Auckland 1011
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