31 October 2025

NetTalks: Short talks, big impact

Six speakers, with six minutes each, delivering six takes on our digital world with MC Michele A'Court.

If the Internet was reimagined through a te ao Māori lens, how would it be different?

Is access to the digital world a right or a privilege?

How do we help young people navigate the digital world safely?

These questions and more will be answered by industry leaders on October 31 – in just six minutes.

NetTalks is quickfire kōrero on digital & tech that sheds light on diverse aspects of our online lives.

Six speakers, six minutes each, six unique takes on tech.

The charming and award-winningly funny Michele A’Court will host six speakers with unique perspectives:

  • Izzi Lithgow on why blaming people for cyber security issues misses the real problem
  • Bronwyn Scott on how to bridge the digital divide
  • Elle Archer on how Māori are re-shaping the digital realm
  • Mike Grimshaw on AI, the internet and the future of society
  • Dr Cara Swit on how young people and adults can be allies in digital well-being
  • Sam Sehnert on the real-world impact of generative AI

NetTalks is also a chance to meet like-minded people, with time for drinks and nibbles built in.

You don’t need to know anything about the digital & tech world to join us – come to listen, learn and connect.

NetTalks is brought to you by InternetNZ Ipurangi Aotearoa. We manage .nz domains on behalf of all New Zealanders and work to build a better online Aotearoa. Find out more at internetnz.nz.

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If the Internet was reimagined through a te ao Māori lens, how would it be different?

Is access to the digital world a right or a privilege?

How do we help young people navigate the digital world safely?

These questions and more will be answered by industry leaders on October 31 – in just six minutes.

NetTalks is quickfire kōrero on digital & tech that sheds light on diverse aspects of our online lives.

Six speakers, six minutes each, six unique takes on tech.

The charming and award-winningly funny Michele A’Court will host six speakers with unique perspectives:

  • Izzi Lithgow on why blaming people for cyber security issues misses the real problem
  • Bronwyn Scott on how to bridge the digital divide
  • Elle Archer on how Māori are re-shaping the digital realm
  • Mike Grimshaw on AI, the internet and the future of society
  • Dr Cara Swit on how young people and adults can be allies in digital well-being
  • Sam Sehnert on the real-world impact of generative AI

NetTalks is also a chance to meet like-minded people, with time for drinks and nibbles built in.

You don’t need to know anything about the digital & tech world to join us – come to listen, learn and connect.

NetTalks is brought to you by InternetNZ Ipurangi Aotearoa. We manage .nz domains on behalf of all New Zealanders and work to build a better online Aotearoa. Find out more at internetnz.nz.

Location
The Piano, 156 Armagh Street, Christchurch Central

Event contact

InternetNZ | Ipurangi Aotearoa events@internetnz.net.nz internetnz.nz/ www.facebook.com/InternetNZ

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