Making AI work in the workplace

Malcolm Foo, Executive Director at PwC New Zealand discusses the opportunities and benefits of AI for councils.

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Highlights from thrive | kia tōnui ai, the 2023 Taituarā Conference

More than 250 delegates gathered at Toitoi in Hastings in late November for thrive | kia tōnui ai, the Taituarā Conference.

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Managing for the Big Issues

In early December 2023 we provided a Briefing to the Incoming Minister of Local Government, Hon Simeon Brown, Managing for the Big Issues.

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Upcoming Events

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12 Dec 23

Webinar: The Next Three Years

Want to know what's up first on the incoming government's policy agenda? This webinar is a peek into the politics and policy agenda for the next three years

13 Dec 23

Webinar: Council workshops and LGOIMA

Discover key insights from the Chief Ombudsman's report on council workshops, with legal experts from Simpson Grierson. Uncover transparency recommendations and legal obligations under the LGOIMA 1987.

19 Dec 23

Webinar: Navigating the Maze – LTPs and the water reforms

Is your council’s LTP stuck in a maze of competing options, risks, and uncertainties? This webinar will help you find the right path for your council.

Member Benefits

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These provide local government managers with the opportunity to share knowledge and ‘best practice’ in Local Government in another country

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Members receive quarterly briefings containing information that is highly relevant to management roles in local government.

Through our sponsor Skills, we are able to provide outstanding leadership development opportunities to our Members. Entries usually open in October each year and the recipients are announced at our annual Gala Dinner in April

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Members of Taituarā's five Working Parties have the opportunity to influence and support sector activities of national importance as well as contribute to our key work programmes. Members participating in our Working Parties gain a wealth of knowledge and insight in respect to issues that are critical to local government professionals while also enhancing their leadership skills and career opportunities.

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