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:20260715T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260715T130000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145129 CREATED:20260618T051650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T031042Z UID:57297-1784116800-1784120400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PassTheMic: Amplifying Voices that Need to Be Heard Webinar DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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/passthemic-amplifying-voices-that-need-to-be-heard-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2025-banners-71.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260723T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260723T120000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145129 CREATED:20260430T045635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T041140Z UID:56260-1784799000-1784808000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Communications and Governance DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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:20260827T145129 CREATED:20260520T012659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T043954Z UID:56851-1785231000-1785326400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Speechwriting Essentials DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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:20260728T180000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260728T210000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145129 CREATED:20260702T004258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T004258Z UID:57577-1785261600-1785272400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Taranaki Quiz Night DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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-taranaki-quiz-night/ LOCATION:Ate Fortyone\, 41 Tukapa Street\, New Plymouth\, 4310 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2025-banners-73.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260805T070000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260805T083000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145129 CREATED:20260708T023417Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T024021Z UID:57588-1785913200-1785918600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Tauranga Breakfast Event with Mike Puru: Podcasting for PR DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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-breakfast-event-with-mike-puru-podcasting-for-pr/ LOCATION:Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology\, Tauranga Campus\, 70 Windermere Drive\, Poike\, Tauranga\, 3112 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Podcasting-Studio_2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260805T073000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260805T090000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145129 CREATED:20260715T050614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T215741Z UID:57945-1785915000-1785920400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Learn from a PRINZ Fellow: Insights for internal comms DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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/learn-from-a-prinz-fellow-insights-for-internal-comms/ LOCATION:Black Betty Cafe\, 165 Madras Street\, Christchurch\, 8011\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2025-banners-16.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260805T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260805T120000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145129 CREATED:20260703T054423Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T224834Z UID:57609-1785922200-1785931200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Show Me the Money: Learning the language of Finance DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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/show-me-the-money-learning-the-language-of-finance/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2025-banners-75.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260806T070000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260806T090000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145129 CREATED:20260715T054428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T005454Z UID:57957-1785999600-1786006800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Kōrero Tika\, Kōrero Māia: Communicating with Māori and Iwi Stakeholders with Confidence and Purpose DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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/korero-tika-korero-maia-communicating-with-maori-and-iwi-stakeholders-with-confidence-and-purpose/ LOCATION:Waikato Innovation Park\, 3 Melody Lane\, Hamilton East\, 3216\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2025-banners-77.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260806T183000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260806T203000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145129 CREATED:20260703T023126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T222128Z UID:57558-1786041000-1786048200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Makes the News: Inside the Editorial Decision Room DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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-the-news-inside-the-editorial-decision-room/ LOCATION:Foodstuffs Landing Drive\, 35 Landing Drive\, Auckland\, 2022 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2025-banners-74.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260818T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260825T120000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145129 CREATED:20260622T040513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260817T001311Z UID:57329-1787043600-1787659200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:AI Playbook for Behaviour Change DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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-3/ 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:20260827T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260827T193000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145129 CREATED:20260729T041911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T003740Z UID:58328-1787851800-1787859000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:PRINZ Southern Catch Up at Hotel Montreal DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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-southern-catch-up-at-hotel-montreal/ LOCATION:The Montreal Bar at Hotel Montreal\, 363 Montreal Street\, Christchurch\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2025-banners-78.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260901T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260908T123000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145129 CREATED:20260629T043519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T221734Z UID:57495-1788255000-1788870600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:From Specialist to Strategic Leader DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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/from-specialist-to-strategic-leader/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/TN_Proof_Banner_PRINZ_SpecialistToStrategicLeader.png-Specialist-to-Strategic-Leader-1702-x-630-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260908T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260910T120000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145129 CREATED:20260302T002530Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T050443Z UID:54974-1788859800-1789041600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Introduction to Public Relations DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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:20260909T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260916T120000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145129 CREATED:20260617T052105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T221705Z UID:57275-1788944400-1789560000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:The Inside Scoop: Strategic Internal Comms for Your Organisation DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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:20260923T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260924T123000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145129 CREATED:20260309T012034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T215621Z UID:55082-1790155800-1790253000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Critical Thinking in the Age of AI DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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/jpeg:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/prinz-header-06.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260924T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20260924T120000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145129 CREATED:20260713T041519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T043951Z UID:57808-1790242200-1790251200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Mastering AI in PR - Applied AI for Practitioners DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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/mastering-ai-in-pr-applied-ai-for-practitioners/ 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:20261006T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261013T123000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145129 CREATED:20260625T030637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T030730Z UID:57409-1791279000-1791894600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Data-Driven Storytelling DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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-5/ 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:20261019T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261022T120000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145130 CREATED:20260625T033711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T035351Z UID:57417-1792402200-1792670400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Public Relations Strategy and Evaluation DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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/public-relations-strategy-and-evaluation-8/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/PR-Strategy-and-Evaluation-Catherine-Arrow.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261028T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261104T123000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145130 CREATED:20260827T014119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T014317Z UID:58278-1793179800-1793795400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Communicating through online harm: Navigating harassment and false information while still doing great work DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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/communicating-through-online-harm-navigating-harassment-and-false-information-while-still-doing-great-work/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/2025-banners-81.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261105T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261110T113000 DTSTAMP:20260827T145130 CREATED:20260827T021030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T021030Z UID:58732-1793871000-1794310200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Incorporting Tiriti-Based Principles into Public Relations Practice DESCRIPTION:28th October 2025 @ 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/incorporting-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 END:VCALENDAR