TIME | SESSION | |
10.30am - 5.00pm | Beca Chief Executive Forum Please note this forum is open to Council Chief Executives only. | PwC Leaders Forum |
5.00pm - 6.30pm | Welcome function Kindly sponsored by Tompkins Wake. |
TIME | SESSION | ||
8.00am | Ka huaki mai ngā rēhita | Registration opens | ||
9.00am - 9.40am | Pōwhiri | Welcome | ||
9.40am - 9.50am | President's address | ||
9.50am - 10.50am | Keynote Speaker | Ben Bateman, CEO, Te Rūnanga o Ngāi Tahu Kindly sponsored by Beca | ||
10.50am - 11.15am | Kai iti o te ata | Morning tea | ||
11.15am - 12.15pm | Keynote Speaker | Shamubeel Eaqub Kindly sponsored by Sheffield | ||
12.15pm - 12.45pm | Sponsor Session | Mike Wakefield, Partner, Simpson Grierson From Reform to Action: Council policy making in a changing legal landscape | ||
12.45pm - 1.30pm | Kai nui o te rā | Lunch Kindly sponsored by TechnologyOne | ||
1.30pm - 2.45pm | Immersive Session | Pacific Impact The Pacific Technical Assistance Progamme (PacificTA) connects New Zealand local government expertise with their Pacific counterparts, sharing knowledge, ideas and information on how we manage our cities and towns to improve the lives of the people living there. Hear directly from participants about the tangible results achieved when we collaborate to create positive community impact and learn how you can contribute to this vital initiative. | Immersive Session | Environmental Impact A showcase of council projects that promote excellence in environmental impact, featuring: South Dunedin Futures Project, a joint programme with Dunedin City Council and Otago Regional Council to develop a comprehensive climate change adaptation plan for South Dunedin that is viable, affordable, and has broad support. Auckland Council’s Food Scraps roll out aims for zero waste by 2040, turning food scraps into clean energy and liquid fertiliser. | Immersive Session | Arts and Culture Impact A showcase of council projects that promote community arts and culture, featuring: Ashburton District Council’s Te Whare Whakatere, Re-creating the Heart of Asburton, a community hub housing the Council’s civic and administrative functions, as well as the library. The rebuilding of the Christchurch Court Theatre, a theatre experience unlike any other in New Zealand. |
2.45pm - 3.30pm | Kai iti o te ahiahi | Afternoon tea | ||
3.30pm - 4.30pm | Keynote Speaker | Eteroa Lafaele Unseen to Unstoppable: A Journey of Change and Impact Kindly sponsored by Civic Financial Services | ||
4.45pm | He whakakapinga o te rā tuatahi | Wrap up day one | ||
6.30pm - 10.00pm | Kai o te pō | Beca Conference dinner |
TIME | SESSION | ||
8.30am - 9.30am | Keynote Speaker | Gavin Jones CBE Kindly sponsored by PwC Trust, trouble & transformation: a Commissioner's view on council resilience When a council falters, it's often a long time coming. Drawing on his experience as a Commissioner, Gavin will reveal the subtle signals of decline and crucial interventions needed to prevent catastrophic failure. He will explore the stark contrast between what "good looks like" in local government – the positive impact on people's lives when professionals get it right – versus the profound damage inflicted when public trust is lost. Learn the practical strategies for intervention and restoration, including the essential steps to both prevent and rebuild a struggling council and regain public confidence. | ||
9.30am - 10:00am | AGM | ||
10.00am - 10:30am | Kai iti o te ata | Morning tea Kindly sponsored by FrankCapability | ||
10.30am - 11.45am | Immersive Session | Technology Impact A showcase of best-practice council projects that have a technicological impact, featuring: Auckland Council’s Buzzly, a digital youth engagement and insights platform. South Waikato District Council’s Moko, a customer service knowledge platform to connect staff with existing information and systems. Palmerston North City Council’s MarvinAI, a curated platform for collaboration on AI skills development. | Immersive Session | Community Engagement Impact A showcase of council projects involving best practice examples in community engagement, featuring: Napier City Council’s Reading to Dogs programme, a fun and supportive way for tamariki to practice their reading skills by reading to dogs. | Immersive Session | Mana Whenua Impact A showcase of council projects that promote engagement with mana whenua, featuring: Taupō District Council and Ngāti Tūwharetoa further strengthened their relationship by coming togehter in one purpose-built whare, He Whare Hono ō Tūwharetoa. Dunedin City Council’s Māori Strategic Framework, Te Taki Haruru, creates opportunities for the Council to build meaningful partnerships with mana whenua on projects that uphold a shared commitment to The Treaty of Waitangi. Far North District Council’s Te Pae o U Uta, providing Council staff with guidelines for improving inclusivity and responsiveness of Te Ao Māori in all aspects of work undertaken by Council. |
11.45am - 12.45pm | Keynote Speaker | Christina Benty Anti-fragile leadership from the inside out In a time when our communities and organisations face ever-shifting realities and complex challenges, brave, candid, non-anxious, and anti-fragile leadership is more critical than ever. Whether they know it or not, communities and organisations are well served when leaders are grounded, mature, and open to differing perspectives while maintaining optimism for the future. Anti-fragile leadership aims to prepare leaders to improve when exposed to adverse events. It goes beyond resilience or bouncing back; it implies recovery and improvement. | ||
12.45pm - 1:00pm | He whakakapinga o te rā tuarua | Wrap up day two | ||
1.15pm - 2.30pm | Minister's Lunch | ||
2.30pm | Kua mutu te hui | End of conference |
Taituarā members - inclusive
Non-members - $295 (inclusive of GST)
Our Beca Chief Executive Forum is designed exclusively for local government chief executives to explore the key shifts shaping our sector—including those driven by central government—and stay ahead of emerging trends.
Chief Executives will hear directly from those leading change, engage in rich discussions, and gain early insights into developments that could impact your organisation.
Just as importantly, this is a rare opportunity for chief executives to connect with their peers in a confidential, supportive setting—to share experiences, challenges, and ideas with others who truly understand the unique demands of the role.
The Forum will be followed by the Conference welcome function.
Taituarā members - inclusive
Non-members - $295 (inclusive of GST)
Our Leaders Forum, running concurrently with the Chief Executive Forum, is a dedicated professional development opportunity designed for local government leaders.
A programme has been crafted to support leaders to navigate key shifts shaping the local government sector and stay ahead of emerging trends.
You’ll gain valuable insights, share experiences, discuss challenges, and connect with your peers in a confidential and supportive setting.
This Forum will be followed by the Conference welcome function.
The Forum is suitable for current and emerging leaders, and those with leadership aspirations.
Kindly sponsored by Tompkins Wake.
Wednesday 3 September | 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Christchurch Town Hall Foyer
Kindly sponsored by Beca.
Thursday 4 September | 6:30pm - 10:00pm
Limes Room, Christchurch Town Hall
Friday 5 September | 1:15pm - 2:30pm
Avon Room, Christchurch Town Hall