Governance in Action programme

Workshop

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Date: 4:30pm — 7:30pm, 2 April 2025
Venue: Christchurch Civic Building
Location: 53 Hereford Street, Christchurch Central, Christchurch 8013
Price: $80.00 incl GST

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to observe governance in action and refine your skills in a supportive learning environment.

What you’ll gain:

Insights into real-world governance practices
Enhanced governance skills
A deeper understanding of public sector operations
Networking in a small group with participants and experienced directors

March/April programme details:

Watch a recorded session of the Christchurch City Council’s Finance and Performance Committee meeting.
Participate in an in-person workshop at the Christchurch Civic Building with:
o Cr Sam MacDonald (Committee Chair)
o David Corlett (Committee Secretary)
Engage in guided discussions led by experienced directors, helping you analyse and apply governance insights.

What’s involved:

The programme timings are detailed below:

Date	Action	Participant Tasks	Time
Friday 21 March	Agenda and papers released	Review the relevant sections in your own time	1 hr
Wednesday 26 March	Finance and Performance Committee meeting held
Friday 28 March	Recording of meeting released	Review the relevant sections of the recording in your own time before Wednesday 2 April	1 hr
Wednesday 2 April 4:30pm	Attend workshop in the Civic Building, 53 Hereford Street (Committee room, level 2)	Meet with Committee Chair Cr Sam MacDonald and Committee Secretary David Corlett for Q & A and discussion	3 hrs
6:30pm	Thirsty Peacock	Reflection over drinks and nibbles
		Total time commitment	5 hrs

Additional information

Covid-19 precautions

By registering for this programme you are confirming that you agree to adhere to our Covid-19 health and safety measures. If you are unwell or have any Covid-19 symptoms please do not attend this event.