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Back to the Stone Age – UK cyberattacks £ retailers

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Back to the Stone Age – UK cyberattacks £ retailers

Major cyberattacks on UK retailers highlight tough decisions for boards on ransomware payments.

Boards' most important job: Lessons from a 100-day CEO
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Boards' most important job: Lessons from a 100-day CEO

The chief executive failed and so, initially, did the board. Ethics, contracts and scrutiny matter.

Why directors must champion social cohesion
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Why directors must champion social cohesion

When people lose confidence in democracy, it often follows a loss of trust in institutions, leadership, or their ability to shape outcomes.

Trust, risk and the quiet rise of AI in your organisation
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Trust, risk and the quiet rise of AI in your organisation

KPMG’s latest research offers directors a clearer view of how AI is being used – and what’s slipping through the cracks.

Governance news bites – 16 May
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Governance news bites – 16 May

A collection of governance-related news that you might have missed in the past two weeks.

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Boardroom magazine - Autumn 2025

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How New Zealand’s largest company delivers optimal value
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How New Zealand’s largest company delivers optimal value

By leveraging its comparative advantages and de-risking the co-op, Fonterra has a strategy for success.

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    Raising the anchor on ROC

    While New Zealand’s ports are not generating a sufficient return on capital, it can be fixed over time, says Sue Sheldon DistFInstD.

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    ‘Backcasting’ to the future

    Hypothetical scenario-based exercises highlight key strategic questions for board action, says Chorus Chair Mark Cross CFInstD.

  • Jan Dawson: Focus on the fundamentals
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    Jan Dawson: Focus on the fundamentals

    Chair of the Year Jan Dawson CNZM, CFInstD says the board should determine the appropriate metrics and monitor performance regularly.

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Webcasts

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A Thought-Provoking Session with Sir John Kay
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A Thought-Provoking Session with Sir John Kay

This webcast features Sir John Kay, one of the most respected economic thinkers in the UK.

Engagement and takeovers; building shareholder trust and navigating minority interests
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Engagement and takeovers; building shareholder trust and navigating minority int...

This webcast explores key strategies for building and maintaining strong relationships with shareholders.

Companies Act 1993 Reform in 2024
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Companies Act 1993 Reform in 2024

Too little, too late or the beginning of fundamental change? We were joined by Dentons to discuss proposed changes.

Getting tax governance right for directors
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Getting tax governance right for directors

This webinar presented by KPMG Tax Partners, Darshana Elwela and Edwina Ma, discusses getting tax governance right for directors.

Podcasts

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Podcast: Board Matters Season 4
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Podcast: Board Matters Season 4

In season 4 of Board Matters, host Steven Moe MInstD is joined by a panel of directors to unpack the big issues facing boardrooms in 2025 

Podcast: Board Matters Season 3
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Podcast: Board Matters Season 3

Delve into what it means to carve out an environment in the boardroom that is equitable and without judgement.

Podcast: Board Matters Season 2
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15-20 min to listen

Podcast: Board Matters Season 2

Directors share their unique perspectives on governance in this podcast series.

Podcast: Across the Board
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35-45 min to listen

Podcast: Across the Board

7-part podcast series investigates why good governance is essential in our everyday lives.

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