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Event Details

 

IIA NZ & ISACA Bi-Monthly Lunch 'n' Learn

Date 
26 February 2026
Time
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Venue
Datacom,
Asteron House, Level 12,
55 Featherston Street,
Wellington 6011
Hybrid
Delivery Method
Hybrid
Facilitator
IIA NZ

IIA NZ & ISACA Bi-Monthly Lunch 'n' Learn for February 2026

IIA NZ and ISACA Wellington Chapter are partnering to deliver a bi-monthly Lunch 'n' Learn (LnL) series starting end of February 2026, designed to strengthen collaboration across internal audit, risk, governance, assurance, digital trust, and information security professionals.

The events will occur on the last Thursday of every second month, unless that date falls on a public holiday, in which case the session will be held on the preceding Thursday.

This event is offered as a hybrid event. All are welcome.

Topic: "Navigating Emerging Risks in the Digital Age"

  • Date: Thursday 26 February 2026
  • Event Start Time: Midday (registrations open from 12.00 pm)
  • Online Participants Entry Time: 12.30 pm
  • Venue: Datacom, 55 Featherston Street, Wellington (all registered attendees to go to the Datacom reception first, they will then be escorted to the event area)
  • Format: Hybrid (In-person & Online)

Session Summary

As organisations across Aotearoa continue to navigate rapid digital transformation, the nature of risk is shifting faster than ever. This joint IIA NZ and ISACA session brings together expertise from internal audit and technology risk professionals to explore emerging risks in the digital age, including cybersecurity, data governance, AI ethics, and resilience.

The session will highlight how internal auditors and IT governance specialists can collaborate to anticipate, assess, and respond to new and evolving risk landscapes, ensuring organisations remain resilient, secure, and future-ready.

Key Points

From the IIA NZ Speaker (Internal Audit Focus):

  • Understanding enterprise-wide emerging risks and their implications for assurance.
  • How internal audit can align its work programme to respond to fast-changing risks.
  • Incorporating digital trends; AI, automation, hybrid work, cloud, data flows into the audit plan.
  • Prioritising areas of heightened exposure in small and large organisations.
  • Strengthening cross-functional collaboration to support proactive risk management.

From the ISACA Speaker (Cyber & Technology Risk Focus):

  • Key cybersecurity threats impacting NZ organisations in 2026.
  • Practical frameworks for managing technology, cyber, and digital trust risks.
  • What "good" cyber hygiene looks like for organisations with varying levels of maturity.
  • Strategies for building organisational resilience and readiness.
  • Tools and techniques for monitoring and managing rapidly evolving digital risks.

Shared Focus Areas:

  • Where internal audit and technology risk intersect and how to leverage it.
  • The importance of shared intelligence, shared language, and shared priorities.
  • Examples of demonstrating effective risk anticipation, early detection, and response.
  • Practical techniques for ensuring risk information reaches Boards and senior leaders.

      Agenda

      • 12.00 - 12.15 pm: Sign-in/registrations. Registrations will close at 12.15 pm
      • 12.00 - 12.30 pm: Networking & working luncheon (tea and coffee provided)
      • 12.30 - 12.35 pm: Welcome and introductions (IIA NZ & ISACA)
      • 12.35 - 1.05 pm: Speaker 1 (20-minute presentation + 10-minute Q&A)
      • 1.05 - 1.35 pm: Speaker 2 (20-minute presentation + 10-minute Q&A)
      • 1.35 - 1.50 pm: Combined Q&A with both presenters and/or facilitated panel (15 mins)
      • 1.50 - 2.00 pm: Organisational updates (if no additional questions) & closing thanks

      For Online Attendees

      • Join from 12.30 pm for introductions and speaker sessions.
      • Teams link may open earlier for optional online networking (IIA NZ to provide the Teams link to online attendees).
      In Person: We are delighted to announce that Datacom Wellington will be our venue host sponsor for this event. We extend our heartfelt thanks to them for their support and enthusiasm for this partnership.

      Secure your spot and register today!

      Registrations are now open and will close on 18 February 2026.

        Event Disclaimers

        • Capacity is limited to 50 in-person attendees; registration is required.
        • Please Note: We require a minimum of 10 registrations for this event to go ahead. Note that spaces are limited, so we encourage you to secure your spot at your earliest convenience.
        • Same registration cost applies for both online and in-person attendance.
        • Working luncheon will be made available for in-person participants only.
        • No refunds after registrations close or for non-attendance.
        • Cancellations must be provided in writing before registrations close.
        • All registrations will be managed by the IIA NZ Events Manager.
        • Event is co-hosted by IIA NZ and ISACA.

        Confirmation of attendance with further information will be sent to all attendees once registrations close.

        Event Prices:

        • IIA NZ Members: $37.50
        • ISACA Members: $37.50
        • Non Members: $50.00
        • Same pricing applies for both online and in-person attendance
        • The registration cost is in NZD and is exclusive of GST.
        • If attendees pay by credit card, a 2.3% processing fee will apply.
        We look forward to seeing you at our first 2026 IIA NZ & ISACA Lunch n Learn!

        IIA NZ Event Overview and Refund Policy: https://iianz.org.nz/Site/terms-and-conditions.aspx

        If you require assistance with registering, please contact events@iianz.org.nz


        Prices
        ÏIA NZ Member: Attending In-Person
        $37.50
        ÏIA NZ Member: Online
        $37.50
        ISACA Member: Attending In-Person
        $37.50
        ISACA Member: Online
        $37.50
        Non-member: Attending In-Person
        $50.00
        Non-member: Attending Online
        $50.00
        Note
        All prices exclude GST

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