Ticky Fullerton

Good news for regional New Zealand. And a tough call for producers of glossy brochures! Today at the LGNZ Conference in Wellington, Local Government Minister Simeon Brown outlined the government’s Regional Deals framework. Of note: ------------------------ - Up to five regions will be invited to submit “light touch” proposals this year. No region is being ruled in or out at this stage but the focus will be on places with existing or potential opportunity for significant economic growth. - “We don't want extravagant, glossy documents developed by consultants: we're looking for simple in-house proposals." - Deals will be concluded with selected regions through a three-step process; an expression of interest letter from his office, a MoU, and development of a framework covering the structural aspects of the deal including governance, accountability, and detailing exactly what government support is needed. - He wants to finalise the first deal by the end of 2025. More info here, courtesy of BusinessDesk (paywalled): https://lnkd.in/gS6_eJZq #regionaldevelopment #businesscommunication #nzpol

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here are my thoughts on how the various industry and lobby groups reacted to the Federal Budget...I emphasise the importance of strategic public messaging, highlighting its role in shaping future policy dialogue and fostering effective advocacy. https://lnkd.in/ehTK_7zF

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The timing of the next General Election might still be up in the air, but behind the scenes, the parties will be readying themselves for the campaign. With #communications strategies so intrinsic to success at the polls, the Institute for Government hosted an event last week exploring how parties target the electorate; score points against the opposition; engage with journalists and grapple with social media. It was an eye-opening session, as the panel discussed how the evolving media landscape and an increasingly divided society are creating significant challenges to clear and fair communication: ➡ Social media is often now driving the narrative rather than reflecting it. Clickbait or viral content is influencing politicians and journalists more and more, leading to fake news and/or overhyped information. ➡ People are consuming media in different ways. Several panellists referred to 'the power of the picture', as many will be watching the news or scrolling through social media feeds with the sound down. Politicians are increasingly curating events to ensure the visuals communicate their key messages. ➡ There is little opportunity for nuance and detail. Long form interviews - previously a centrepiece of any campaign - are losing their relevance in an era of short, snappy content. Soundbites and slogans are the order of the day. When you consider that recent research has revealed that only 9% of people trust politicians, it's clear they've got their work cut out to win voters - and communication will be absolutely key to doing so. --- Jill Rutter, Institute for Government Anushka Asthana, Deputy Political Editor at ITV News Katy Searle, Head of BBC Westminster (2017–20) and Executive Editor of BBC Politics (2020–22) Lee Cain, Downing Street Director of Communications (2019-2020) James Schneider, Labour Party Head of Strategic Communications (2016–20)

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Get ahead of mandatory climate disclosures. Over 6,000 Australian businesses will soon be required to navigate mandatory climate-related disclosures. ASIC Chair Joe Longo has emphasised the importance of proactive preparation to ensure a smooth transition. The new regulations represent a significant shift but also a potential opportunity. Benefits of starting now: ✔Avoid last-minute costs: Starting now allows you to build efficient processes and gather data before deadlines hit. ✔Future-proof your business: Transparency on climate risks and opportunities attracts investors and demonstrates responsible practices. ✔Competitive advantage: Early movers can establish themselves as leaders in sustainability, a growing demand. Our FTI Consulting ESG team can help your business navigate the complexities of climate disclosures by analysing your current sustainability-related disclosures and guiding you through the draft standards. https://shorturl.at/elT04 #climatechange #sustainability #ESG #financialreporting #ASIC

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Do you know a social enterprise looking to grow its impact? My client, Impact Investing Australia, is offering grants valued at up to $120,000 to social enterprises (including Indigenous owned or controlled organisations with a defined social benefit) working to support Australians experiencing entrenched disadvantage. The Social Enterprise Development Initiative (SEDI) Grants are to fund business and impact capability building services provided by intermediaries, such as financial services, evaluation and impact measurement, business consulting and legal advice. Grants will be available through to June 2026.   #SEDIGrants #SocialEnterprise #ImpactInvesting #Grants #FundingOpportunities

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