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-WR-CALNAME:PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand 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:20260404T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20260926T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260507T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260507T183000 DTSTAMP:20260617T183019 CREATED:20260501T045628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T051920Z UID:56319-1778173200-1778178600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Tauranga First Thursdays 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/tauranga-first-thursdays-9/ LOCATION:Picnicka\, Elizabeth Towers Level 1/38 Elizabeth Street\, Tauranga\, 3110\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/First-Thursdays.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260513T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260520T120000 DTSTAMP:20260617T183019 CREATED:20260203T000920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T045446Z UID:53825-1778662800-1779278400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The Inside Scoop: Strategic Internal Comms for Your Organisation 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-inside-scoop-strategic-internal-comms-for-your-organisation/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2025-banners-47.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260519T160000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260519T173000 DTSTAMP:20260617T183019 CREATED:20260504T040947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T040947Z UID:56336-1779206400-1779211800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Waikato Event: Raise a glass to our local PR champions 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/waikato-event-raise-a-glass-to-our-local-pr-champions/ LOCATION:Reggies\, Made Hamilton\, 401 Grey Street\, Hamilton East\, Hamilton\, 3216\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/2025-banners-65.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260603T150000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260603T170000 DTSTAMP:20260617T183019 CREATED:20260420T040810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T025816Z UID:55994-1780498800-1780506000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Annual General Meeting 2026 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-annual-general-meeting-2026/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2025-banners-Presentation-4-e1776657428584.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260603T180000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260603T210000 DTSTAMP:20260617T183019 CREATED:20260505T021729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T021729Z UID:56351-1780509600-1780520400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Fellows and Life Members Annual Dinner 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/fellows-and-life-members-annual-dinner-2/ LOCATION:The Portland Public House\, 463 New North Road\, Kingsland\, Auckland\, 1021 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/2025-banners-24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260604T080000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260604T170000 DTSTAMP:20260617T183019 CREATED:20260412T220914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T001523Z UID:55703-1780560000-1780592400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Conference 2026: Meet the Future 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-conference-2026-meet-the-future/ LOCATION:Hilton Auckland\, 147 Quay Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2025-banners-60-e1776200241779.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260604T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260604T233000 DTSTAMP:20260617T183019 CREATED:20260414T210700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T044804Z UID:55782-1780597800-1780615800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:2026 PRINZ Awards Gala Dinner 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/2026-prinz-awards-gala-dinner/ LOCATION:Hilton Auckland\, 147 Quay Street\, Auckland\, 1010\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/2025-banners-61.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260611T163000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260611T190000 DTSTAMP:20260617T183019 CREATED:20260508T005543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T005543Z UID:56545-1781195400-1781204400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Tauranga Winter Mix & Mingle 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-tauranga-winter-mix-mingle/ LOCATION:Picnicka\, Elizabeth Towers Level 1/38 Elizabeth Street\, Tauranga\, 3110\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/406d16f7-3b27-4a8a-bc88-50591131f8c3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260622T100000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260625T120000 DTSTAMP:20260617T183019 CREATED:20260302T033739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T003818Z UID:54988-1782122400-1782388800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Incorporating Tiriti-based Principles into Public Relations Practice 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/incorporating-tiriti-based-principles-into-public-relations-practice/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/2025-banners-58.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260625T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260625T120000 DTSTAMP:20260617T183019 CREATED:20251212T033817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T234935Z UID:53684-1782379800-1782388800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Hands On with AI 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-with-ai-4/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/PRKH-Hands-on-White-Phone-e1742172373898.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260630T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260630T123000 DTSTAMP:20260617T183019 CREATED:20251217T042649Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T230336Z UID:53707-1782811800-1782822600@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-2/ 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:20260707T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260707T133000 DTSTAMP:20260617T183019 CREATED:20260429T031541Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T031541Z UID:56243-1783416600-1783431000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Key Stakeholder 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/key-stakeholder-engagement-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2025-banners-45.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260723T100000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260723T120000 DTSTAMP:20260617T183019 CREATED:20260430T045635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T040343Z UID:56260-1784800800-1784808000@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-4/ 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:20260728T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260729T120000 DTSTAMP:20260617T183019 CREATED:20260520T012659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T043954Z UID:56851-1785231000-1785326400@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-4/ 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:20260804T103000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260804T130000 DTSTAMP:20260617T183019 CREATED:20260617T035954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T040112Z UID:57186-1785839400-1785848400@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-3/ 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:20260812T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260819T120000 DTSTAMP:20260617T183020 CREATED:20260617T052105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T052105Z UID:57275-1786525200-1787140800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The Inside Scoop: Strategic Internal Comms for Your Organisation 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-inside-scoop-strategic-internal-comms-for-your-organisation-2/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/2025-banners-47.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260908T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260910T120000 DTSTAMP:20260617T183020 CREATED:20260302T002530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T050443Z UID:54974-1788859800-1789041600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Introduction to Public 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/introduction-to-public-relations-8/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Intro-to-PR-Cover-People-Catherine-Arrow-e1772399595717.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260923T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260924T123000 DTSTAMP:20260617T183020 CREATED:20260309T012034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T024107Z UID:55082-1790155800-1790253000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Critical Thinking in the Age of AI 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/critical-thinking-in-the-age-of-ai/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/critical-thinking-age-of-ai.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR