BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand - ECPv6.3.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://prinz.org.nz X-WR-CALDESC:Events for PRINZ - Public Relations Institute of New Zealand REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Pacific/Auckland BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1300 TZOFFSETTO:+1200 TZNAME:NZST DTSTART:20260404T140000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1200 TZOFFSETTO:+1300 TZNAME:NZDT DTSTART:20260926T140000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261005T173000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261005T193000 DTSTAMP:20261011T120305 CREATED:20260917T001328Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260930T235307Z UID:58977-1791221400-1791228600@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Bridge the Gap 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/bridge-the-gap/ LOCATION:One NZ\, 30 Daldy Street\, Auckland\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Event-Website-Banner-1920-x-800-.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261014T120000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261014T130000 DTSTAMP:20261011T120306 CREATED:20260922T051233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T234354Z UID:59224-1791979200-1791982800@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Myths and Facts: Busting the myths about PR and comms 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/myths-facts-busting-the-myths-about-pr-and-comms-webinar/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2025-banners-Presentation-13.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261019T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261022T120000 DTSTAMP:20261011T120306 CREATED:20260625T033711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T002614Z 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:20261028T070000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261028T083000 DTSTAMP:20261011T120306 CREATED:20260920T232807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T020720Z UID:59125-1793170800-1793176200@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Tauranga Breakfast Event: AI and the Future of Communications 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-ai-and-the-future-of-communications/ LOCATION:The Tauranga Club\, Level 5\, Devonport Towers/72 Devonport Road\, Tauranga\, 3110 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2025-banners-89.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261028T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261104T123000 DTSTAMP:20261011T120306 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:20261028T170000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261028T190000 DTSTAMP:20261011T120306 CREATED:20261009T032450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T032450Z UID:59656-1793206800-1793214000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:What Communications Professionals Can't Afford to Ignore 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-communications-professionals-cant-afford-to-ignore/ LOCATION:No. 4 Bar and Restaurant\, 4 Mansfield Avenue\, St Albans\, Christchurch\, 8014\, New Zealand ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/2025-banners-92.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261029T070000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261029T090000 DTSTAMP:20261011T120306 CREATED:20260923T215852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T223754Z UID:59280-1793257200-1793264400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:How do you stand out when everyone is competing for attention online? 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/how-do-you-stand-out-when-everyone-is-competing-for-attention-online/ LOCATION:Toi Foundation\, 121 Gill Street\, New Plymouth\, 4310 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2025-banners-90.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261103T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261103T120000 DTSTAMP:20261011T120306 CREATED:20260923T000327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T000327Z UID:59255-1793698200-1793707200@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-2/ 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:20261105T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261110T113000 DTSTAMP:20261011T120306 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 BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261111T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261118T123000 DTSTAMP:20261011T120306 CREATED:20260910T233750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T214251Z UID:58730-1794389400-1795005000@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:How to Optimise Your Social and Media Mahi 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/how-to-optimise-your-social-and-media-mahi/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2025-banners-86.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261117T090000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261117T120000 DTSTAMP:20261011T120306 CREATED:20260901T002916Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T002916Z UID:58809-1794906000-1794916800@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-2/ 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:20261124T093000 DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20261201T120000 DTSTAMP:20261011T120306 CREATED:20260901T032118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T002121Z UID:58775-1795512600-1796126400@prinz.org.nz SUMMARY:Launching and Landing Stories the Media Loves 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/launching-and-landing-stories-the-media-loves/ LOCATION:Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://prinz.org.nz/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2025-banners-82.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR