Digital PR 101
2023-08-23 09:00 - 15:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Online
Thursday 4th June 2026 @ 8:00am - 5:00pm

PRINZ Conference: Meet the FutureExploring how we make the right calls, build trust, and navigate disruption in communications, communities, and technology What does it take to make the right call when trust is fragile, attention is scarce and change never slows down? We will address all this and more over one day of learning at the 2026 PRINZ Conference. This conference will bring together industry experts, thought leaders and practitioners in related fields like politics, media and social science. Across a dynamic program of keynotes, panels and interactive discussions, we’ll unpack the critical challenges and opportunities in the current communications landscape. From navigating political and economic uncertainty to understanding global trends and market insights, you’ll walk away with a deeper perspective on the current state of the sector. We’ll also examine how to build value and trust in the profession, the key to retaining business and how to advocate for a seat at the top table as a PR professional. Beyond strategy, Meet the Future will also provide you with a professional development plan, equipping you with the tools needed to develop your personal brand and prepare for a promotion. The PRINZ Awards Gala Dinner will be co-located with the PRINZ Conference at the Hilton Auckland on Thursday 4th June 2026. Attend both events to make the most of your learning, networking and celebration with New Zealand’s Communications & PR professionals. The Hilton Auckland have provided us with a special rate for accommodation. To book a room at the Hilton, click here.

Click here to view the full agenda

Featured speakers include:

Jemma Robertson DairyNZ Editorial Relationship Manager and MC for the PRINZ Conference 2026

Hon Paul Goldsmith Minister of Justice, Arts, Culture and Heritage, Treaty Negotiations, Media and Communications & Pacific Peoples

Damien Venuto Money Editor at Stuff

Dr Stephen Rainbow Chief Human Rights Commissioner

Carl Davidson Founder of The Curiosity Company

Ellen Read Life Content Director at Stuff

Thank you to our principal partner Isentia for supporting us in delivering this conference.

Partnering with Maori to get results - Breakfast Session
2023-08-31 07:30 - 09:00 | Nau Room, Ground Floor, Te Puni Kōkiri House, 143 Lambton Quay, Wellington

Taranaki Midwinter Networking Event
2023-08-31 17:30 - 19:00 | Manifold Coworking Space, 49 Currie St., New Plymouth

IC Futures - Inside Internal Communication - SOLD OUT
2023-09-07 09:30 - 12:00, 2023-11-07 09:30 - 12:00 | Online

First Thursday in September
2023-09-07 17:30 - 19:30 | Reign & Pour, Ground Floor, Shop 51/7 Queen Street, Commercial Bay,, Auckland, 1010, New Zealand

PRINZ Awards Wellington Winners - Networking and Insights
2023-09-12 17:00 - 19:30 | Robert Walters Offices, Harbour Tower, 2 Hunter St, Wellington, New Zealand

Breakfast with Barry
2023-09-13 07:30 - 09:00 | Google NZ Head Office, 10 Madden St, Central Auckland

Disinformation and its impact on PR and communications in Aotearoa
2023-09-22 12:00 - 13:30 | Online

Waikato PRINZ/MCSA networking breakfast
2023-09-27 08:00 - 09:00 | The Pā, University of Waikato, Gate 5, Hillcrest Rd, Hamilton

The art of Media Pitching - Expert Panel Discussion
2023-09-27 13:00 - 14:00 | Te Whatu Ora Boardroom, Level 1, 32 Oxford Terrace, Christchurch

Measurement and Evaluation for Communications
2023-09-28 09:00 - 2023-09-29 12:00 | Online

Working well with the fourth estate - Journalists and PRINZ Panel Discussion
2023-09-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Generator, 12 Madden St, Auckland, 0627, New Zealand

First Thursday in October
2023-10-05 17:30 - 19:30 | St Alice, Viaduct Harbour, Level 1/204 Quay St, Auckland

Creating that Special Event - The Essential Tools for Success
2023-10-17 09:30 - 12:30 | Online

Managing PR, Media and Communications for a Global Event
2023-10-26 17:30 - 19:00 | Meredith Connell Offices, Level 7, MC Centre, Hardinge St,, Auckland

Language Matters - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for PR Professionals
2023-10-27 12:00 - 13:30 | https://prinz.org.nz/event/language-matters-diversity-equity-and-inclusion-for-pr-professionals/

Engaging Effectively with Passionate Communities
2023-11-02 16:30 - 19:00 | Beca Hamilton Offices, Level 2, Garden Place, Hamilton

Mission Sustainable: Paving the way for the Communications Sector
2023-11-10 12:00 - 13:30 | https://prinz.org.nz/event/mission-sustainable-paving-the-way-for-the-communications-sector/

The View from the Top on Communications - SOLD OUT
2023-11-16 17:15 - 20:00 | Wharewaka Function Centre,, Taranaki Wharf, Wellington

How to secure a PR seat at the Executive table - SOLD OUT
2023-11-16 17:30 - 19:30 | The Front Room, Spark NZ, 167 Victoria Street West

PRINZ Special General Meeting
2023-11-29 12:00 - 12:30 | https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-special-general-meeting/

PRINZ Southern’s End of Year Celebration
2023-11-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Dux Central 144 Lichfield Street, Christchurch Central City, Christchurch 8011

Transforming Internal Communication in the Age of AI
2023-12-05 09:30 - 2023-12-07 12:00 | Online

Waikato Christmas Drinks
2023-12-12 16:00 - 20:00 | Mr Pickles Bar & Eatery, 298 Victoria Street, Hamilton Central, Hamilton, New Zealand

PR Horizons
2024-01-23 09:30 - 2024-01-25 12:00 | Online

Ethics, Risk and Reputation in the Age of AI
2024-02-01 09:30 - 12:00 | Online

Shotgun Blast from the Deep
2024-02-13 16:30 - 18:00 | NIWA, Gate 10 Silverdale Road Hillcrest, Parking lot 135C Silverdale Road, Hillcrest, Hamilton

It's not a dirty little secret - it's Central Networking Drinks!
2024-02-15 17:00 - 20:00 | Dirty Little Secret Rooftop Bar, 54 Taranaki St, Wellington

Introduction to Public Relations
2024-02-19 09:30 - 2024-02-22 12:00 | Online
