Seven great questions to ask in workshops and 1:1 meetings
I write to figure out what I think. It has taken me a while to include strategy sessions as part of my services...
debraMay 17, 2023
How to free up time for strategic thinking (and actions)
The following exercise is well worth trying if you constantly feel rushed, and unable to find enough time to do the things that...
debraApril 24, 2023
How to use Whole Brain Thinking to be successful at work
Whole Brain Thinking is a great tool which you can use when: preparing a community engagement plan writing a strategy, plan or report...
debraMarch 26, 2023
Community engagement on climate change
Here are some inspiring examples of councils engaging with their communities about climate change, from the New Zealand Coastal Society’s Special Publication 5....
debraJanuary 13, 2023
How to write a community engagement plan
Are community engagement plans magically whipped up by the communications advisers at your council, or do you have to come up with them...
debraDecember 24, 2022
Writing an asset management plan?
Asset managers around New Zealand are beginning the process of reviewing and updating their asset management plans to support the 2024 Long Term...
debraNovember 23, 2022
Want to write better reports? Check out these masterclasses.
The local government masterclasses on the NZIER website are excellent resources for council officers and for consultants who work in the local government...
debraOctober 4, 2022
How to get started on your 2024 infrastructure strategy
Here's an overview of the key steps involved in preparing your 2024 infrastructure strategy, and some ideas for the scoping phase of the...
debraSeptember 12, 2022
Your guide to writing effective council reports
This report writing guide will help you to write reports that stand out for their clear storyline and high quality writing style. Here’s...
debraAugust 24, 2022
Highlights from the climate change forum
Learning about the Wharekawa Coast 2120 project and how to communicate about climate change, and gaining a better understanding of the upcoming requirements...
debraJune 29, 2022
