BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand - ECPv6.3.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://prinz.org.nz X-WR-CALDESC:Events for PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20250405T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20250927T140000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20260404T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20260926T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250901T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250930T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20250818T031408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T015506Z UID:51437-1756713600-1759251600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Auckland Coffee Connections Programme DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-coffee-connections-programme/ LOCATION:Auckland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/coffee.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250904T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250904T090000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20250807T222636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T022848Z UID:50718-1756971000-1756976400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Auckland Event: Rethinking Roles - AI\, Ethics and the Future of Communications Teams DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/auckland-event-rethinking-roles-ai-ethics-and-the-future-of-communications-teams/ LOCATION:Momentum Consulting Offices\, Shed 20\, Princes Warf\, Quay Street\, Auckland\, 1010 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/ai-transforming-pr-with-media-monitoring-predictive-analytics-and-enhanced-personalised-communication.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250916T100000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250916T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20250626T005025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T031852Z UID:50239-1758016800-1758024000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Communications and Governance DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/communications-and-governance-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-12.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250923T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250923T124500 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20250704T020636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250704T020636Z UID:50311-1758619800-1758631500@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Sub-editing and Proofreading: Key writing and editing tips to make your copy sing DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/sub-editing-and-proofreading-key-writing-and-editing-tips-to-make-your-copy-sing-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/edit-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250924T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250924T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20250817T222722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250901T211201Z UID:51485-1758715200-1758718800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Unlocking the Power of Podcasting for PR - Webinar DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/unlocking-the-power-of-podcasting-for-pr-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/podcasting-photo.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251007T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251008T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20250605T001656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T001740Z UID:49447-1759829400-1759924800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Speechwriting Essentials DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/speechwriting-essentials-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PR-16.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251008T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251008T193000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20250919T052201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T231737Z UID:52077-1759944600-1759951800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Pathways to PR: From Student to PR Professional DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/pathways-to-pr-from-student-to-pr-professional/ LOCATION:GRC Partners + Porter Novelli Offices\, 100 College Hill\, Auckland\, Ponsonby\, 1011\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-banners-34.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251014T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251014T160000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20250710T025459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T031437Z UID:50640-1760434200-1760457600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Issues and Crisis Management DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/issues-and-crisis-management-7/ LOCATION:EMA\, 145 Khyber Pass Road\, Grafton\, Auckland ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/isses-and-crisis-amangement.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251014T121500 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251014T134500 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20250910T035656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T213338Z UID:51838-1760444100-1760449500@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Christchurch Event: Impact through Strategic Media Engagement DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/christchurch-event-impact-through-strategic-media-engagement/ LOCATION:Environment Canterbury\, 200 Tuam Street\, Christchurch\, 8011 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-banners-30.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251016T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251021T110000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20250714T042203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T200303Z UID:50634-1760607000-1761044400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:AI Playbook for Behaviour Change DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/ai-playbook-for-behaviour-change/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Thinking-Fast-Wise-with-AI-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251022T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251022T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20250926T060526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T005920Z UID:52252-1761134400-1761138000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The Adoption of Communication Technologies in PR - Webinar DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/the-adoption-of-communication-technologies-in-pr-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/CommsTech2.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251023T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251030T123000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20250710T041629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T041822Z UID:47741-1761211800-1761827400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Telling Our Stories Well DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/telling-our-stories-well-4/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PRINZ-Gala-Dinner-Event-Cover-6.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251028T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251028T123000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20250817T231818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T040147Z UID:51508-1761643800-1761654600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Down the Rabbit Hole: Understanding Government Relations DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/down-the-rabbit-hole-understanding-government-relations/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/alice.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251104T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251104T133000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20251006T222514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T032733Z UID:52418-1762257600-1762263000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Awards 2026: What are the judges looking for? - Webinar DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-awards-2026-what-are-the-judges-looking-for-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/250528_PRINZ-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251105T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251112T123000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20250710T234736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T035709Z UID:50697-1762335000-1762950600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Data-Driven Storytelling DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/data-driven-storytelling-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/data-driven-storytelling.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251105T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251105T190000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20250930T084023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T210608Z UID:52142-1762362000-1762369200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Podcasting: Producing\, Pitching and Promoting DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/podcasting-producing-pitching-and-promoting/ LOCATION:Kordia\, Level 3\, 162 Victoria Street West\, Auckland\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/2025-banners-35.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251106T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251106T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20250926T060816Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T213750Z UID:52175-1762421400-1762434000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Taranaki Event - Hands on AI: From Next to Now DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/hands-on-ai-from-next-to-now/ LOCATION:Toi Foundation\, 121 Gill Street\, New Plymouth\, 4310 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/09_2025-PR-Knowledge-Hub-Mount-Taranaki-and-AI.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251113T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251113T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20251104T030039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T230510Z UID:53027-1763035200-1763038800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Delicate interactions: relational skills in public relations consulting - Webinar DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/delicate-interactions-relational-skills-in-public-relations-consulting-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/relational-skills.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251119T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251119T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20251023T004055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T011845Z UID:50873-1763553600-1763557200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Makes a Gold Award-Winning Submission: Pead DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/what-makes-a-gold-award-winning-submission-pead/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/250528_PRINZ-297-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251125T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251125T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20251023T011542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251117T021054Z UID:52787-1764072000-1764075600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Makes a Gold Award-Winning Submission: Special PR DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/what-makes-a-gold-award-winning-submission-special-pr/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/250528_PRINZ-113-scaled-e1761181180399.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251127T150000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251127T180000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20251104T015458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T030752Z UID:52898-1764255600-1764266400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:A PR Industry Celebration of Resilience and the Importance of Communications DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-communicator-of-the-year/ LOCATION:Grand Millenium Hotel\, 71 Mayoral Drive\, Cnr Vincent Street\,\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-banners-43.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251127T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251127T193000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20251024T033520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T033821Z UID:52850-1764264600-1764271800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Celebrate the Season with PRINZ Southern DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/celebrate-the-season-with-prinz-southern-2/ LOCATION:Muy Muy\, 44 Welles Street\, Christchurch ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2024-banners-4.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251202T103000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251202T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20251106T231826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T024617Z UID:52886-1764671400-1764680400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Making Data Work for You: Critical Thinking for Communicators DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/making-data-work-for-you-critical-thinking-for-communicators/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-banners-39.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251202T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251202T190000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20251106T230557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T230557Z UID:53108-1764696600-1764702000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Internal Communicators Mixer DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-internal-communicators-mixer/ LOCATION:Auckland Transport\, Ground Floor\, 20 Viaduct Harbour Avenue\, Auckland\, 1010 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/2025-banners-42.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251203T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251203T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20251023T201422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T201507Z UID:52814-1764763200-1764766800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Makes a Gold Award-Winning Submission: Hamilton City Council DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/what-makes-a-gold-award-winning-submission-hamilton-city-council/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/250528_PRINZ-169-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251205T153000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251205T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20251105T233609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T230549Z UID:52910-1764948600-1764954000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Touch Tournament DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-touch-tournament/ LOCATION:Victoria Park\, 203-271 Victoria Street West\, Auckland Central\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/2025-banners-38.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251210T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251210T130000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20251023T202835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T204628Z UID:50885-1765368000-1765371600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Makes a Gold Award-Winning Submission: Great Scott DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/what-makes-a-gold-award-winning-submission-great-scott/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/250528_PRINZ-147-scaled-e1761251303885.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251210T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251210T183000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020418 CREATED:20251130T222638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251130T225043Z UID:53404-1765384200-1765391400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Waikato Christmas Catch Up DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-waikato-christmas-catch-up/ LOCATION:Hamilton Hotel Bar\, 198 Victoria Street\, Hamilton Central\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2024-banners-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260128T100000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260128T120000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020419 CREATED:20251209T015537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T015537Z UID:53509-1769594400-1769601600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Communications and Governance DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/communications-and-governance-3/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-12.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260202T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260227T170000 DTSTAMP:20260416T020419 CREATED:20260202T030903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T025909Z UID:54398-1770019200-1772211600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Coffee Connections Programme DESCRIPTION:Tuesday 30th June 2026 @ 9:30am - 12:30pm \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n OverviewStep into the world of government relations through the lens of Alice in Wonderland. In this hands-on workshop\, you will understand and demystify how to plan for and engage with government personnel and departments. This workshop blends insight\, strategy and practical roleplay to help you confidently plan for your goals whether it be building awareness\, lobbying or relationship-building. Cas Carter has been on both sides of the coin and is here to build your confidence to step into government spaces with purpose.  What to expect:An Alice in Wonderland -inspired presentation on how government worksQ+A and DiscussionExplore a case studyPlanning workshopTaking and Making Opportunities within Government Roleplay \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your facilitator: Cas CarterWhen she was at university\, Cas Carter was asked to study a children’s book as part of her political science degree. That book was Alice in Wonderland.   Little did she know that many years later\, the commentary and wisdom of Lewis Carroll would stand her in good stead for her career\, particularly in the public sector.  Cas has an extensive background in general management\, corporate communications\, public relations\, and marketing.  She has had a range of senior roles in education\, science\, innovation and tourism in the public and private sector covering all the vagaries of marketing\, communication\, sales\, and fundraising. She has also worked in the Beehive as a private secretary in New Zealand’s parliament and a journalist and newsreader.   Cas has held a number of board roles including on the Wellington Chamber of Commerce\, Kapiti College Board of Trustees\, Business Central and the Wellington Homeless Women’s Trust.   She has been a regular radio panellist and media columnist. URL:https://prinz.org.nz/event/prinz-coffee-connections-programme/ LOCATION:Auckland and Wellington ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/coffee.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR