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SUMMARY:Public Relations Strategy and Evaluation
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/public-relations-strategy-and-evaluation-6/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250605T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250605T183000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181433
CREATED:20250523T062559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T062633Z
UID:49478-1749142800-1749148200@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Tauranga First Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/tauranga-first-thursdays-7/
LOCATION:Picnicka\, Elizabeth Towers Level 1/38 Elizabeth Street\, Tauranga\, 3110\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250605T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250605T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181433
CREATED:20241220T030723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250515T001846Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Hands On with AI
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/hands-on-with-ai/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250604T073000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250604T090000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181434
CREATED:20250518T220344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T213145Z
UID:49310-1749022200-1749027600@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Taking an evidence-based approach to changing attitudes and behaviours
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/taking-an-evidence-based-approach-to-changing-attitudes-and-behaviours/
LOCATION:Beyond Recruitment\, Level 10\, Perpetual Guardian House\, 99 Customhouse Quay\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250603T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250603T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181434
CREATED:20250508T023541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T024654Z
UID:49008-1748943000-1748966400@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:CCC Professional Development Day
DESCRIPTION:Content is protected.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ccc-professional-development-day/
LOCATION:Christchurch City Council
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250527T190000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250527T223000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181434
CREATED:20250403T222632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T230953Z
UID:48066-1748372400-1748385000@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Fellows and Life Members Annual Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/fellows-and-life-members-annual-dinner/
LOCATION:The Bridgman\, 234 Dominion Road\, Auckland\, 1024\, New Zealand
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250520T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250527T123000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181434
CREATED:20250224T013036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T012424Z
UID:47084-1747733400-1748349000@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Telling Our Stories Well
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/telling-our-stories-well-3/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250512T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250515T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181434
CREATED:20241127T031613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T050529Z
UID:45619-1747042200-1747310400@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Sold Out: Public Relations Strategy and Evaluation
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/public-relations-strategy-and-evaluation-5/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250506T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250507T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181434
CREATED:20241210T022851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T225047Z
UID:45633-1746523800-1746619200@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Speechwriting Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/speechwriting-essentials-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250501T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250501T190000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181434
CREATED:20250423T001605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T001605Z
UID:48618-1746120600-1746126000@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Auckland First Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-first-thursdays-9/
LOCATION:Queens Rooftop\, Level 21/1 Queen Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250430T171500
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250430T193000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181434
CREATED:20250408T023942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T234723Z
UID:48176-1746033300-1746041400@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:The Creative Edge: How to use creativity to power your communications
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/the-creative-edge-how-to-use-creativity-to-power-your-communications/
LOCATION:Rutherford House\, Victoria University of Wellington\, Pipitea Campus\, 33 Bunny Street\, Wellington\, 6011
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250408T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250408T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181434
CREATED:20241204T015953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T194353Z
UID:45666-1744104600-1744113600@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT Press Release Writing and Media Pitching: Tips from a former newspaper editor on getting your story into the media
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/press-release-writing-and-media-pitching-tips-from-a-former-newspaper-editor-on-getting-your-story-into-the-media/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250403T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250403T190000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181434
CREATED:20250325T222824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T222824Z
UID:47826-1743701400-1743706800@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Auckland First Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-first-thursdays-8/
LOCATION:Queens Rooftop\, Level 21/1 Queen Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250403T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250403T183000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181435
CREATED:20250328T002839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T002839Z
UID:47901-1743699600-1743705000@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Tauranga First Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/tauranga-first-thursdays-6/
LOCATION:Picnicka\, Elizabeth Towers Level 1/38 Elizabeth Street\, Tauranga\, 3110\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250403T120000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250403T130000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181435
CREATED:20250306T024716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T212835Z
UID:47370-1743681600-1743685200@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Webinar: Finding your way in a rapidly changing job market
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/webinar-finding-your-way-in-a-rapidly-changing-job-market/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250402T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250402T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181435
CREATED:20250212T033738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T034011Z
UID:46870-1743586200-1743595200@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:SOLD OUT - Hands On With AI
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/hands-on-with-ai-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250325T073000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250325T093000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181435
CREATED:20250306T002234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T021436Z
UID:47348-1742887800-1742895000@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:The Trust Equation: Agency Leader Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/the-trust-equation-agency-leader-breakfast/
LOCATION:GRC Partners + Porter Novelli Offices\, 100 College Hill\, Auckland\, Ponsonby\, 1011\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250325T073000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250325T083000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181435
CREATED:20250310T031648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T031959Z
UID:47438-1742887800-1742891400@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Christchurch Event: Learn from a PRINZ Fellow
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/learn-from-a-prinz-fellow-2/
LOCATION:Black Betty Cafe\, 165 Madras Street\, Christchurch\, 8011\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250320T171500
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250320T191500
DTSTAMP:20260617T181435
CREATED:20250228T024138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T024627Z
UID:47242-1742490900-1742498100@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Thursday Thirst Quencher in Taranaki
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/thursday-thirst-quencher-in-taranaki/
LOCATION:The Hour Glass\, 49 Liardet St\, New Plymouth\, 4310\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250318T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181435
CREATED:20241122T015157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T015121Z
UID:45229-1742290200-1742299200@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Data-Driven Storytelling
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/data-driven-storytelling/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250314T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250321T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181435
CREATED:20241126T033846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T220520Z
UID:45484-1741944600-1742558400@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Engaging Māori and Diverse Communities
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/engagingmaorianddiversecommunities/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250313T073000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250313T083000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181435
CREATED:20250224T002235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T002426Z
UID:47097-1741851000-1741854600@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Waikato Communicators Breakfast Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/waikato-communicators-breakfast-mixer/
LOCATION:Sentinel Cafe\, 586 Victoria Street\, Hamilton\, 3204\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250311T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250311T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181436
CREATED:20241114T030621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T211222Z
UID:44956-1741685400-1741708800@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Issues and Crisis Management
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/issues-and-crisis-management-6/
LOCATION:EMA\, 145 Khyber Pass Road\, Grafton\, Auckland
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250306T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250306T190000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181436
CREATED:20250224T231442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T003918Z
UID:47132-1741280400-1741287600@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Auckland First Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-first-thursdays-7/
LOCATION:Queens Rooftop\, Level 21/1 Queen Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250306T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250306T190000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181436
CREATED:20250205T031114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T220526Z
UID:46742-1741280400-1741287600@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Your Comms Career Path and How to Stand Out Within It
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/your-comms-career-path-and-how-to-stand-out-within-it-2/
LOCATION:Momentum Consulting Wellington\, 8/40 Mercer Street\, Wellington\, 6011\, New Zealand
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250306T170000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250306T183000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181436
CREATED:20250217T003844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T003617Z
UID:46981-1741280400-1741285800@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Tauranga First Thursdays
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/tauranga-first-thursdays-5/
LOCATION:Picnicka\, Elizabeth Towers Level 1/38 Elizabeth Street\, Tauranga\, 3110\, New Zealand
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250227T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250227T193000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181436
CREATED:20241121T034033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T030611Z
UID:44980-1740677400-1740684600@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:State of the Sector 2025
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/state-of-the-sector-2025/
LOCATION:ANZ 23 Albert Street\, Auckland CBD\, Auckland 1010
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250218T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250225T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181436
CREATED:20241112T030420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T203207Z
UID:44672-1739871000-1740484800@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Telling Our Stories Well
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/telling-our-stories-well-2/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250213T173000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250213T193000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181436
CREATED:20250114T031229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T031229Z
UID:46130-1739467800-1739475000@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:PRINZ Southern Summer Drinks
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-southern-summer-drinks/
LOCATION:The Montreal Bar at Hotel Montreal\, 363 Montreal Street\, Christchurch\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250204T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250204T120000
DTSTAMP:20260617T181436
CREATED:20240911T015514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T004557Z
UID:43680-1738661400-1738670400@prinz.org.nz
SUMMARY:Ethics\, Risk and Reputation in the Age of AI
DESCRIPTION:Thursday 30th April 2026 @ 5:30pm-7:00pm						\n					\n				\n				\n			\n			\n		\n				\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n							OverviewHave you ever wondered what a day in the life of a Comms Manager actually looks like? Or how Social Media Strategy works at a large company?The University of Canterbury and the Public Relations Institute of New Zealand (PRINZ) are teaming up to give you The Inside Track. This is a fast-paced\, small-group “rotation” event where you get direct access to industry leaders. You will have 10 minutes at each table to hear from the professionals and ask questions. Whether you’re interested in crisis management\, social media engagement\, PR agency life or what it’s like to make the jump from study to your first role\, we have someone for you to speak with! We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP as there will be limited seats available. Please note: The opening speech will begin at 5:30pm so please arrive a few minutes early. Additionally\, in order to keep this event free for students\, we will be unable to provide any food or drink. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Your panellists are:Annabel McAleerAnnabel McAleer is a science communicator who runs Shared Science alongside three colleagues. She loves creating clarity from complex information and strongly believes that good science communication can accelerate research adoption\, deepen public thinking\, and shift mindsets. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jo ScottJo Scott has a strong journalistic background; she started her career as a reporter for The Radio Network before accepting a role as Broadcast Production Officer for ABC News. Since this time\, she has continued to share her knowledge and love for journalism as a tutor at both the University of Canterbury and the New Zealand Broadcasting School.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Felicity PriceWinner of several national and one international awards for outstanding communication and marketing strategies and projects\, Felicity Price has significant expertise in media (print\, radio and television) and digital media\, including social media and digital campaigns\, as well as business management and change management. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Hayley Tate Hayley Tate graduated from the University of Canterbury in 2019 with a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism. Hayley then worked within the communications team at Selwyn District Council for over 5 years as a Communications Content Assistant and later as a Communications Advisor. Hayley has recently taken up a role as a Communications and Engagement Advisor for Environment Canterbury.						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Jess Sherman Jessica Sherman is an energetic and determined communications and marketing professional who is passionate about telling stories that matter. She is currently a Go-to-Market Manager at Meridian Energy where she leads the communications and marketing for Zero\, Meridian’s national EV charging network. Jessica has experience in marketing communications\, stakeholder engagement\, media relations\, and digital and social media. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Sean Tully Sean Tully is a corporate communicator with considerable experience engaging with stakeholders. He is currently working as the strategic communications manager at Christchurch International Airport. In this role\, he is responsible for engaging with media and the wider Christchurch community\, in addition to overseeing the airport’s communications strategy.  						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Erin Jamieson Erin Jamieson is a co-owner of Convergence Communications & Marketing. Established in 2002\, Convergence is a multi-award winning boutique communications consultancy based in Christchurch. Through this business\, Erin has become a trusted advisor to a diverse range of clients across the country. Her expertise spans crisis management\, stakeholder engagement\, marketing communications\, media relations\, and strategic communications.   						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n						\n					\n			\n						\n						\n					\n			\n						\n				\n							Pip Swift As Principal Advisor Communications at Selwyn District Council\, Pip Swift provides strategic communications and media advice to the Mayor\, councillors\, and Chief Executive. A core part of her role is supporting the Mayor and executive leadership to respond confidently to media enquiries and proactively use the media to explain decisions\, manage issues\, and build public understanding. Pip works closely with leaders to develop messaging\, prepare for interviews\, and navigate high‑profile or sensitive situations. The focus is on clear\, credible communication that strengthens trust between Council\, the media\, and the community.
URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ethics-risk-and-reputation-in-the-age-of-ai-3/
LOCATION:Online
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