type Article date 27 Jun 2025 read time 3 min to read Governance news bites – 27 June A collection of governance-related news that you might have missed in the past two weeks. Cyber security Transparency
type Article date 27 Jun 2025 read time 2 min to read Economic optimism rises, but long-term challenges remain Directors see signs of recovery, but productivity challenges and capital constraints continue to demand strategic focus. Productivity
type Article date 27 Jun 2025 read time 3 min to read Steering clear of storms: Hard lessons for New Zealand boards Good governance isn’t just structure – it’s vigilance, swift adaptability and tough capital calls in uncertain economic waters. Board evaluation
type Article date 26 Jun 2025 read time 1 min to read Economic ‘green shoots’ are real, say directors More than half see signs of recovery, but only 30% have budgeted for improved performance, according to our latest Pulse Check.
OPINION type Article date 26 Jun 2025 read time 2 min to read IMHO: What directors need to unlearn Letting go of operational habits, embracing discomfort and building reflective practice can support a successful shift into governance.
type Article date 26 Jun 2025 read time 3 min to read The sources of global economic uncertainty Structural shifts could reshape the global economy, upending strategies and testing business leaders’ long-term decision-making.
type Article date 24 Jun 2025 read time 3 min to read What I’m reading – Stefan Speller Director Stefan Speller shares why Patrick Lencioni’s leadership fable remains a go-to read for navigating dysfunction at the board table. Board dynamics What I'm Reading
type Article date 24 Jun 2025 read time 2 min to read Seize the power The lower unit costs of self-generated electricity will save your business money, if you do it right. Climate change
type Article date 17 Jun 2025 read time 4 min to read Built to last: Infrastructure governance needs a hard reset NZ is ‘sweating’ its infrastructure beyond design life. A new report says the fix lies not just in engineering, but in governance. Climate change
type Article date 13 Jun 2025 read time 3 min to read Governance news bites – 13 June A collection of governance-related news you might have missed in the past two weeks. CEOs Compliance Diversity
type Article date 13 Jun 2025 read time 3 min to read Trump vs a United ASEAN By spurring cooperation among ASEAN countries, U.S. tariffs could bring about a more prosperous and resilient grouping. Trade
type Article date 12 Jun 2025 read time 3 min to read Ethics on the edge: How New Zealand directors can lead with integrity Leading with conscience, not just compliance – governance must evolve to keep pace with today’s ethical risks. Diversity Ethics
type Article date 12 Jun 2025 read time 3 min to read Why inclusion belongs in the boardroom Pride Month is a reminder that LGBTQIA+ inclusion isn’t just the right thing to do – it’s good governance. Leadership
KPMG type Article date 12 Jun 2025 read time 5 min to read Investment boost – game changer for business or white elephant? Significant benefit to some businesses is likely. To others, less so. Audit From our sponsors
type Article date 11 Jun 2025 read time 3 mins to read Cultivating courage: Psychological safety in the boardroom Do you feel safe enough to be brave? Diversity
type Article date 9 Jun 2025 read time 4 min to read Time to recognise the invisible asset One million Kiwis volunteer each year – yet many boards still don’t quantify or track their contribution. That needs to change. Not for profits
type Article date 6 Jun 2025 read time 3 min to read Keeping a human in the AI loop The power of inclusion in training AI to avoid bias. AI Diversity
OPINION type Article date 6 Jun 2025 read time 4 min to read IMHO: Emotion, aggression or just plain talking? Different styles of communicating can have positive or negative outcomes. Find out why women in leadership face a constant balancing act. Board dynamics Leadership
type Article date 30 May 2025 read time 3 min to read Look beyond ‘what comes next’, James Shaw tells directors Former Minister for Climate Change outlines global, environmental and tech forces shaping board decisions in the decade ahead. Climate change Supply chains
type Article date 30 May 2025 read time 3 mins to read Governance news bites – 30 May A collection of governance-related news that you might have missed in the past two weeks. ESG Supply chains
Dentons type Article date 29 May 2025 read time 3 min to read AI in the boardroom: balancing efficiency with prudence Directors who rely on AI outputs without proper oversight risk exposing themselves to personal liability. AI From our sponsors
type Article date 29 May 2025 read time 3 min to read A Mar-a-Lago Accord could break $US Whereas previous efforts to depreciate the dollar merely failed, the Trump administration's effort could backfire catastrophically. Trade
type Article date 29 May 2025 read time 5 mins to read What I'm reading – Rowena Davenport This week's review explores boardroom culture, the importance of open and honest conversations, and why discomfort is necessary for change. Leadership What I'm Reading
type Article date 28 May 2025 read time 3 min to read Why independent chairs matter for water governance Independent chairs bring expertise and impartiality to in-house water business units, strengthening governance and public trust. Chairing Public sector
type Article date 28 May 2025 read time 3 mins to read Courage, connection and authenticity: Leadership lessons from the front line Leadership doesn’t live in models or mission statements – it lives in experience, says Dr Ellen Joan Ford. Leadership
type Article date 28 May 2025 read time 3 min to read From Aotearoa to Arup: New Zealand’s health and safety governance guide goes glo... What connects Arup’s boardrooms and New Zealand’s directors? A shared toolkit for governing health and safety well. Health and safety
type Article date 27 May 2025 read time 5 mins to read How to break a toxic organisational culture A board’s failure to govern culture risks not just performance but legacy and reputation. Leadership
type Article date 26 May 2025 read time 1 min to read Budget 2025: A strategic tightrope for New Zealand directors ASB, Dentons and KPMG have provided useful perspectives for directors on the 2025 Budget. From our sponsors
type Article date 23 May 2025 read time 1 min to read Institute of Directors Annual General Meeting 2025 report A new President, a new face on our board and a member’s motion passed. Reporting
type Article date 16 May 2025 read time 3 min to read 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. AI From our sponsors
Dentons type Article date 16 May 2025 read time 2 min to read Pay equity reform – reducing cost or reducing equality? What actually changed with reforms to the Equal Pay Act? Dentons’ legal experts explain. Diversity From our sponsors Human rights
type Article date 16 May 2025 read time 3 min to read Governance news bites – 16 May A collection of governance-related news that you might have missed in the past two weeks. Climate change
Kordia type Article date 16 May 2025 read time 3 min to read Back to the Stone Age – UK cyberattacks £ retailers Major cyberattacks on UK retailers highlight tough decisions for boards on ransomware payments. Crisis management Cyber security Digital
type Article date 15 May 2025 read time 3 min to read 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. CEOs
type Article date 15 May 2025 read time 2 min to read 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.
type Article date 14 May 2025 read time 3 min to read Public sector governance: Balancing purpose and pressure Why public boards must lead with clarity, resilience and long-term vision in a shifting political landscape. Public sector Purpose
type Article date 14 May 2025 read time 3 min to read Fields of change: Governing sport for climate resilience As climate change disrupts sport across New Zealand, boards ensure adaptation strategies do not deepen existing inequalities. Climate change Diversity Not for profits
type Article date 2 May 2025 read time 3 min to read Governance news bites – 2 May A collection of governance-related news that you might have missed in the past two weeks. AI
type Article date 1 May 2025 read time 2 min to read Target, Costco, Marriott: Global lessons for New Zealand directors When diversity becomes a business decision, outcomes vary. NZ directors can learn from global boardroom responses. Diversity
type Article date 1 May 2025 read time 3 min to read When the problem is around the table What to do when a director’s performance is affecting the board. Conduct
OPINION type Article date 30 Apr 2025 read time 3 min to read IMHO: Setting an AI risk appetite Boards can empower AI innovation through setting an appropriate risk appetite. AI
type Article date 30 Apr 2025 read time 3 min to read Charity governance reviews: A requirement and an opportunity Governance reviews are now mandatory for registered charities, but more importantly, they can strengthen leadership, resilience and impact. Not for profits
type Article date 24 Apr 2025 read time 2 min to read New season of Board Matters 2025 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.
type Article date 22 Apr 2025 read time 4 min to read Peter Cox: "It's about respecting the past and not being frozen by it" Peter Cox shares why directors shouldn't forget history, a need for new voices on boards, and the challenges of long term strategy. Decision making Succession Planning
type Article date 22 Apr 2025 read time 4 min to read Kiriwaitingi Rei-Russell: Guided by the past to walk towards the future Kiriwaitingi Rei-Russell was reluctant to join her first board but hasn't looked back. She's among a new group of young Māori changemakers. Board composition Decision making Future-proofing
type Article date 16 Apr 2025 read time 3 min to read Trump trade war could challenge US credibility, says Jamie Dimon JPMorgan chief says Washington and Beijing ‘should engage’ as tariffs escalate. Trade
type Article date 16 Apr 2025 read time 3 min to read IMHO: How to get your board working as a team Building trust is essential on a high-performing board.
type Article date 15 Apr 2025 read time 3 min to read Governance news bites – 15 April A collection of governance-related news that you might have missed in the past two weeks. Trade
type Article date 15 Apr 2025 read time 3 min to read Signals ignored: the UK Post Office scandal and the cost of governance silence A recent webinar on the UK Post Office scandal highlights what boards must do to challenge culture, data and direction. Board dynamics
type Article date 14 Apr 2025 read time 3 min to read Governance on the edge: Directors, dominance and the competition reset From groceries to banking, competition reform is on the agenda. Boards should brace – and lead. Stakeholders Transparency
type Article date 14 Apr 2025 read time 2 min to read OpenAI and open wounds: What New Zealand boards can learn What happens when a board fires a CEO, then begs for his return? The OpenAI saga holds warnings for New Zealand boards. AI Board composition Stakeholders
type Article date 14 Apr 2025 read time 4 min to read Getting started with AI: why the first conversation matters most Here’s how to talk about AI with your board. AI Chairing
Dentons type Article date 4 Apr 2025 read time 4 min to read Health and safety reforms: a legal perspective Whether the changes reduce the confusion, uncertainty and cost associated with compliance remains to be seen. From our sponsors Health and safety
HSE Global type Article date 4 Apr 2025 read time 2 min to read Health and safety reforms: why directors must still hold firm The bottom line is directors still need to apply good governance in how their organisations manage risk. Compliance From our sponsors Health and safety
type Article date 4 Apr 2025 read time 3 min to read Open eyes under water reforms Local Water Done Well could result in the creation of around 50 boards. Directors who join the new entities should have their eyes open. Public sector Purpose
type Article date 3 Apr 2025 read time 1 min to read A win for governance: Minister signals support for directors’ role in H&S New health and safety reforms confirm the board’s role is oversight, not operations, echoing the IoD’s long-held position. Health and safety
type Article date 3 Apr 2025 read time 2 min to read Governance news bites – 4 April A collection of governance-related news that you might have missed in the past two weeks. Diversity
type Article date 2 Apr 2025 read time 2 min to read Simple steps to build a solid foundation for privacy Training, empowerment and leadership from the boardroom are vital in establishing an effective privacy culture. Privacy Public sector
type Article date 2 Apr 2025 read time 3 min to read What I'm reading – Suneil Connor Time is a hugely important commodity for leaders - this week's book provides advice on how to make the most of it. Decision making Leadership Productivity
type Article date 2 Apr 2025 read time 2 min to read IoD welcomes clarification of health and safety duties, says more could be done The Government is clarifying the duties of directors in health and safety, a move we advocated for. Health and safety Liability
type Article date 1 Apr 2025 read time 3 min to read Wellington changemakers receive governance top honour Pushing for change and contributing to positive outcomes. Read about the significant mark two women have left on Aotearoa New Zealand. Board composition Purpose
type Article date 1 Apr 2025 read time 2 min to read Tackling the climate crisis and growth go hand in hand Climate Minister Simon Watts expects investment in climate action to generate economic benefits. Climate change
type Article date 28 Mar 2025 read time 4 min to read No success without succession Janine Stewart says the Mainzeal case highlighted the importance of skill sets at the board table and the need for succession planning. Due diligence Future-proofing Liability
type Article date 28 Mar 2025 read time 3 min to read Balancing governance, kaupapa Māori and commercial success Successfully governing Māori entities requires a unique mixture of boardroom skills. Purpose Te Ao Māori
type Article date 28 Mar 2025 read time 3 min to read Make time for AI in 2025 The people who benefit the most from AI are those with less competence, says GenAI leader Matt Ensor CMInstD. AI
type Article date 25 Mar 2025 read time 4 min to read IMHO: Executives need more support from boards Boards need to ensure CEOs and managers are well-supported in often stressful roles. Board-management relationship Wellbeing
type Article date 25 Mar 2025 read time 2 min to read The business case for nature-based solutions In a world shaped by climate risks, nature-based solutions are not only environmentally beneficial but financially sound investments. Climate change
type Article date 21 Mar 2025 read time 2 min to read Governance news bites – 21 March A collection of governance-related news that you might have missed in the past two weeks. Board composition Shareholders Stakeholders
type Article date 20 Mar 2025 read time 3 min to read Letter from Australia*: Notes from a sunburnt boardroom From superannuation woes to AI governance, Australia’s boardrooms offer lessons for Kiwi directors in an era of complexity. AI Climate change
KORDIA type Article date 20 Mar 2025 read time 2 min to read Kordia report shows AI cyberattacks front of mind AI attacks were cited as a problem by 28 per cent of respondents to the latest Kordia cybersecurity survey. Cyber security From our sponsors
type Article date 20 Mar 2025 read time 3 min to read What I’m reading – Amy Cavanaugh What does resilience look like in effective leadership and decision making, and what needs to change to embrace true diversity? Board composition Leadership What I'm Reading
type Article date 20 Mar 2025 read time 3 min to read Building an inclusive boardroom together Boards play a critical role in setting the tone for inclusive leadership. Board composition Diversity
type Article date 20 Mar 2025 read time 3 min to read A time-sensitive opportunity for charities to build financial sustainability The JBWere Bequest Report 2025 highlights an opportunity for charitable organisations to strengthen financial resilience. Family business Not for profits Purpose
OPINION type Article date 17 Mar 2025 read time 3 min to read IMHO: The post-war consensus has gone The world has fundamentally changed. Business and government must work together to protect the NZ economy. Supply chains Trade
type Article date 12 Mar 2025 read time 1 min to read Strategic focus needed to future-proof New Zealand’s economy Traditional economic strengths may no longer be sufficient to ensure our future prosperity, new report claims.
type Article date 11 Mar 2025 read time 3 min to read The wake you leave behind The wake you leave behind needs to be about normalising the presence of women in governance, not as the exception, but as the expectation. Board composition Board dynamics Chairing
type Article date 11 Mar 2025 read time 2 min to read Why microaggressions could send women off the glass cliff Burn out and distress might be a result of microaggressions and could be derailing women from getting to the top – and staying there. Board dynamics Diversity Leadership
type Article date 11 Mar 2025 read time 4 min to read Walking on broken glass Calling out poor behaviour is the first step towards avoiding broken glass and having to walk away from toxic behaviour in the boardroom. Board dynamics Conduct Diversity
type Article date 10 Mar 2025 read time 3 min to read Mentoring: A safe harbour Mentoring can enable you to stay the course, overcome challenges or obstacles and move forward with clarity. Find out more. Chairing Leadership
type Article date 7 Mar 2025 read time 4 min to read Governance news bites – 7 March A collection of governance-related news that you might have missed in the past two weeks. AI Board composition Succession Planning
type Article date 7 Mar 2025 read time 1 min to read App ban the right move Should you ban these apps from your work devices? Cyber security Digital
type Article date 6 Mar 2025 read time 4 min to read Multiplying the impact Could collaboration ease the pain in the for-purpose sector? Suzanne Cookson believes it can and that change can be multiplied by doing so. Board meetings Chairing Not for profits
type Article date 5 Mar 2025 read time 3 min to read Credit crunch and green shoots: navigating New Zealand’s economic headwinds Directors face a mixed bag of cautious optimism and pressing financial challenges.
Dentons type Article date 4 Mar 2025 read time 1 min to read Former Port of Auckland chief executive sentenced The first conviction of an officer of a large company under the Health and Safety at Work Act has resulted in a $130,000 fine. From our sponsors Health and safety
type Article date 3 Mar 2025 read time 4 min to read Phoenix achieves measurable, structured emissions reductions A strategic approach with a focus on one factor at a time has begun paying off in terms of carbon emissions reductions. Climate change
type Article date 27 Feb 2025 read time 2 min to read Capital markets reform submission supports reassessment of liability provisions Chapter Zero New Zealand made a submission on proposed changes to the climate-related disclosures regime. Climate change Liability
KPMG type Article date 27 Feb 2025 read time 4 min to read Tax reforms stir debate among NFP directors Proposed changes to the treatment of unrelated income, donor control and mutuality may reshape tax compliance for the not-for-profit sector. Compliance Not for profits
type Article date 24 Feb 2025 read time 4 min to read Sue Suckling: ‘I’ve always been someone to make things happen’ One of the first women to sit on a board, Sue Suckling shares what it took to push change and the people who supported her along the way. Board composition Diversity Leadership
type Article date 21 Feb 2025 read time 2 min to read Governance news bites – 21 February A collection of governance-related news that you might have missed in the past two weeks.
type Article date 21 Feb 2025 read time 2 min to read Evaluating before the failures The UK Post Office scandal highlights critical importance of ethical leadership, accountability and stakeholder engagement. Board evaluation Leadership
type Article date 20 Feb 2025 read time 4 min to read What I'm reading - Daryn Govender What laws do you live by that bring you closer to your purpose? This review addresses 33 laws that are applicable to everyday life. Leadership Purpose
type Article date 20 Feb 2025 read time 3 min to read The key to achieving sustainable growth The circular economy can help unlock economic growth by reducing waste, optimising resource usage and creating new business models. Climate change Leadership
type Article date 20 Feb 2025 read time 4 min to read The AI guardrails schism – where should NZ stand? World leaders are no longer in step when it comes to regulating the impacts of AI. AI Leadership
type Article date 20 Feb 2025 read time 3 min to read Governance and orders of consciousness: a different leadership lens Effective directors and chairs need more than job-based competencies. Leadership
OPINION type Article date 20 Feb 2025 read time 3 min to read IMHO: Cybersecurity, reputation and tough calls New Zealand directors can learn from Australia’s latest boardroom scandal. Crisis management Cyber security Leadership
type Article date 20 Feb 2025 read time 4 min to read Who are you backing in the AI race? We need to remove the FOMO – and find the right horse, says Kiwi AI strategy consultant Tim Sharp. AI Digital
OPINION type Article date 20 Feb 2025 read time 3 mins to read IMHO: A short-term focus on survival is exhausting How to switch our thinking from what we feel we lack to what we can offer.
type Article date 5 Feb 2025 read time 2 min to read Governance news bites – 5 February A collection of governance-related news snapshots that you might have missed in the past two weeks. Diversity Ethics Succession Planning
type Article date 5 Feb 2025 read time 3 min to read Prioritising safety for leaders and boards – lessons from a tragedy Keeping our people, and ourselves, safe is a governance imperative. Health and safety
type Article date 4 Feb 2025 read time 2 min to read The future of jobs The World Economic forum predicts how the workforce of tomorrow is being shaped today. Climate change Talent
