Shaping Better Outcomes Through Shared Insight & Intelligence – An Interregional Event

Date and Time: Tuesday, 21 July 2026, 9am-12noon

Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland
University of Auckland
Symonds Street
Auckland 1010
Te Whanganui-a-Tara / Wellington
Victoria University of Wellington
Bunny Street
Pipitea
Ōtautahi / Christchurch
University of Canterbury
Ilam Campus
Christhchurch

On Tuesday 21st July, the Institute will host ‘Shaping Better Outcomes Through Shared Insight & Intelligence’, a half-day event delivered simulatneously to university campuses in Auckland, Wellington and Christhchurch. Speakers will present alternately at each site, with live streaming connecting all three locations into one shared discussion.

Speakers and attendees will explore how shared insight and intelligence can strengthen our understanding of complex, multifaceted issues within Aotearoa New Zealand. Presenters will examine how international developments shape domestic realities, reflect on lessons learned, and consider how different perspectives across the system contribute to clearer, more informed action.

Time Session Contributors Physical Location
9am Introduction James Foubister
New Zealand Police
Te Whanganui-a-Tara / Wellington
9.10am – 9.20am Opening karakia and remarks Josinta Tillett
New Zealand Police
Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland
9.20am – 9.55am First presentation Therese Oliver
Ministry for Primary Industries
Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland
9.55am – 10.20am Morning tea All attendees All locations
10.20am – 10.55am Second presentation Dr. Jarrod Gilbert
University of Canterbury
Ōtautahi / Christchurch
10.55am – 11.40am Panel discussion Kelly Su
Department of Internal Affairs
Mark Te-Punga
Department of the Prime Minster and Cabinet
Euan Staples
New Zealand Police
Te Whanganui-a-Tara / Wellington
11.40am – 12noon Closing remarks and karakia Gordon Burns
NZIIP Secretary
Te Whanganui-a-Tara / Wellington
Session 1
9am-9.10am
Introduction & Karakia
Robert McMillan
Te Whatu Ora
Physical Location
Te Whanganui-a-Tara / Wellington
Session 2
9.10am – 9.50am
Presentation
Boaz Fischer
Australian Institute of Insider Threats
Physical Location
Te Whanganui-a-Tara / Wellington
Session 3
9.50am – 10.30am
Presentation
Susann Wiedlitzka
University of Auckland
Physical Location
Tāmaki Makaurau / Auckland
Session 4
10.30am – 11.00am
Morning tea
All locations
Session 5
11.00am – 11.40am
Presentation
Anna Leask
NZME
Physical Location
Ōtautahi / Christchurch
Session 6
11.40am – 12.20pm
Presentation
TBC
Physical Location
TBC
Session 7
12.20am – 12.30pm
Closing remarks and karakia
James Hurndell
NZIIP Chair
Physical Location
Te Whanganui-a-Tara / Wellington

This event will provide an opportunity for open discussion and thoughtful connection between presenters, intelligence professionals and aspiring practitioners. It is available for in-person attendance only, and capacity is limited at each venue. Attendance at any of the venues is free of charge, however, we kindly ask that you register below so we can ensure sufficient catering at each location.

NM Inter-Regional Event
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